Questions answered by John M. Kaman

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What are the odds of me being able to terminate my probation early once I complete time and fulfill fees?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

You have an attorney which means we shouldn't be second guessing him or her. Neither should you be soliciting such opinions behind his back.

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If I was sentenced and the Imposition of Sentence is suspended, with 36 months of probation. And sentenced to 180 days in jail.

John's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

I'm not sure what you are asking but a term of probation can include a period of time in custody. So your sentence was suspended, you will do half...

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Can he then sentence me to a felony jail term for the same case or is my probation terminated?

John's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

In my county when you are on probation and pick up a new case you could be offered a deal that would include time and/or probation on the new case...

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My question is this good enough to sue?

John's answer | Answered on February 28, 2016

If you were only detained for 4 hours and have no injuries you don't have much of a suit. Damage awards are based on the harm suffered and you...

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Can the police search me when we get pulled over if my husband is on parole ?

John's answer | Answered on February 28, 2016

There are several reasons the police could search you while tormenting your husband but they all fall under the rubric of "officer safety." ...

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My question is is he able to get a different public defender this going a parilmary she going to present peaceful contact

John's answer | Answered on February 27, 2016

I hesitate to criticize the PD who is in the best position to know what is going on with this case. AS for this woman the PD, DA and eventually a...

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Can I challenge the accuracy of a pacing ticket, and will I know if the citing officer is present in court before pleading?

John's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

I was only going 90 is not a very compelling defense.

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After sentencing in a criminal case, can I come back and appeal with a private attorney ? Reopen the case and push for dismissal

John's answer | Answered on February 24, 2016

Yes you can use a private attorney but you must pay attention to deadlines. You have 60 days from the day you were sentenced to file an appeal.

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What is the legality of charging me $430 even though I took nothing? Can I ignore this?

John's answer | Answered on February 21, 2016

The letter can be ignored. Don't pay anything. These demands never go to collection.

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What should be done ?

John's answer | Answered on February 21, 2016

A forensic examination of the contents of a computer takes time. When complete the feds could prosecute or they could turn the file over to the...

John M. Kaman's Answers (17636)

What are the odds of me being able to terminate my probation early once I complete time and fulfill fees?

If I was sentenced and the Imposition of Sentence is suspended, with 36 months of probation. And sentenced to 180 days in jail.

Can he then sentence me to a felony jail term for the same case or is my probation terminated?

My question is this good enough to sue?

Can the police search me when we get pulled over if my husband is on parole ?

My question is is he able to get a different public defender this going a parilmary she going to present peaceful contact

Can I challenge the accuracy of a pacing ticket, and will I know if the citing officer is present in court before pleading?

After sentencing in a criminal case, can I come back and appeal with a private attorney ? Reopen the case and push for dismissal

What is the legality of charging me $430 even though I took nothing? Can I ignore this?

What should be done ?