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Is "I've used more than 24 but less than 72 hours ago" a valid defense for being "under drug influence" of methamphetamine?
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Answered on January 15, 2012
I've never heard of such a defense. The purpose of the test is to determine whether you are using at all, not when you used. What do you think...
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If my fiance was convicted in feredal court in Montana can he file an appeal or modification of his sentence in california?
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Answered on January 14, 2012
It's too late. His only hope would be a writ of habeas corpus or coram nobis which you would need an attorney tofile.
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If he's already gone to court, how does he waive time?
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Answered on January 14, 2012
Waiving time will not expedite his parole hearing. It will most likely delay it and keep him in jail longer. He can ask for an optional waiver...
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Sealing california juvenile record
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Answered on January 14, 2012
All juvenile records can be sealed at 18 as long as you were not prosecuted as an adult. This is something that does not happen automatically but...
How to go about my petty theft misdemeanor citation so it won't affect my getting a nursing license and job opportunity
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Answered on January 14, 2012
You should contact Christine Mccall of this forum who specializes in licensing cases. Don't rely on just anybody who says they can help.
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My boyfriend got arrested for shoving me to the ground and throwing my phone in a lake. he has two felonys and one misdameaner.
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Answered on January 14, 2012
No. But when you are called by the DA you can refuse to cooperate and the DA can't do anything about it. This may or may not cause the DA to drop...
Hello, ive just been sentenced to 43 days in jail for a 1st time non violent crime, a mis DUI. How long will I be in jail?
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Answered on January 14, 2012
You get credit for 4 days for every 2 days served on this conviction. That means you will serve 22 days in custody. You may want to investigate...
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I did not plea on a traffic misdemeanor at my arraignment nor was I advised of my rights or read charges but the judge
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Answered on January 14, 2012
Not having a license is a violation of VC 12500. The reason the judge did what she did is to give you a chance to avoid having a criminal record...
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Do i have to have a lawyer ask for my discovery or can i get 1 on my on
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Answered on January 14, 2012
If you are representing yourself on such a serious charge you are making a huge mistake. As for the discovery it many states it will only be given...
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If I am asked to list any criminal charges on a college application, do I need to list a DUI that was Nolle Prosequi?
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Answered on January 14, 2012
The phrase is the equivalent of a dismissal of the charges. How you answer the question depends on how it is worded and your state's law on such...
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