When the state subpeonas you as a witness and has your name as a defendant what does that mean

If you are only a witness you shouldn't be named as a defendant. Call the DA to be sure. You should know that the DA can subpoena you to a trial...

What ARS do speed violations from the fixed freeway (DPS) cameras cite?

Maricopa County has recently stopped prosecuting these kinds of speeding tickets because the device is unreliable. If you really need to beat this...

Can a deferred case show up on a criminal background check?

Usually and in general if you have gone through a deferred entry of judgment program and complete it successfully the arrest is sealed and no...

Im in the military, im facing a Dom. volience case on my wife, shes not pressing charges but state is proceeding.

A conviction in this case will affect your career. Once you are convicted of a DV offense you are no longer permitted to possess or carry a...

What are the procedures and possible consequences for being found guilty of domestic violence in OH

The question posed is contradictory. Being on probation means being out of custody. There are not enough facts here to explain why he is in...

What is the normal punishment for criminal domestic violence in the first degree when the victim didn't press charges?

The victim doesn't press charges; the DA does. Once you call 911 it is out of your hands. Of course if the DA thinks he can't prove his case he...

Something is wrong here. Normally you can't be arrested unless you are charged with a crime. Anywhere from 48-72 hours after the arrest (not...

What can I expect when I go to court for my protection order hearing if the respondent hasn't been served?

The Court cannot issue a protective order if it does not have jurisdiction over him. In order to obatin jurisdiction you have to have him served. ...

What usually happens at a probation revocation hearing?

Although you should speak to a PA criminal attorney for the best answer on this, in general a motion to revoke probation occurs after a probation...

If I was arrested while on probation, is it a sure thing that my PO will order a motion to revoke my probation?

Although you should speak to a TX criminal lawyer for the best answer to this one, in general you have few rights when an MTR has been filed. Yes...