What is the estimated penalty for possession of a controlled substance in the 5th degree and possession of marijana (dime bag)??

I see many questions on avvo in which people want to do what is going to happen to them because of such and such an offense or parole violation. ...

I was arrested, served my community service time and was told I could get my record esponged in 6 mnth? can u tell me how?

I do not practice in VA so I do not know that state's requirements. generally it can be done by a private attorney or a PO. The advantage of the...

How do I get my record expunged?

You can hire a private attorney or you can go to your probation officer and have him do it for free. Why pay? Because it will take probation...

I was told I could not get a PD because the state was not seeking jail time. I feel like I need some advice of consul on what .

You say the case is domestic but you don't say whether it is criminal or not. You only have a right to a PD in criminal proceedings where your...

One dui will not affect your application for change of status. A number of them might as that gives rise to an inference of alcoholism, which ICE...

How do I know what to plea?

There are only 3 pleas: guilty not guilty and no contest (the last two are essentially the same). If a deal is proposed that usually requires that...

Can a business call me 4 times a day when I am behind on payments?

Yes they can harass you to collect a debt. Try this. Next time someone calls say "I can't talk now but if you give me your home telephone number...

What is "full stipulated judgement"

A stipulation is a legal word for whatever two parties are in agreement about. A stipulated judgment would be a judgment entered because the two...

Can a person face criminal liability for installing a fake power meter in order to avoid paying electric bill

He should go see one of your fine TX lawyers and find out how much of a mess he's in.

First time felony offender on a theft two charge, can I do electric home monitoring?

Neither I nor anyone else on this forum can answer that question for you as it is a matter for the judge , the DA and your lawyer to negotiate if...