At arraignment,, can i ask for the charges to be dismissed..or do i have to go to trial? at what point, can i request dismissal

You can ask, but the chances of the DA dismissing the charges at arraignment are slim. If the DA intended to dismiss the charges at arraignment,...

Are there reasons for the defense to ask for a continuance at a revocation of probation hearing 4 times??

Continuances happen for a lot of reasons. Some are legitimate and some aren't. Legitimate reasons could be need to gather more evidence, coordinate...

What are the chances of me getting jail time? If I do get jail time would I be able to do my time after I finish the semester?

Unfortunately this is one of those questions that can only be answered by someone intimately familiar with the facts of your case and the judge you...

What am I looking at when I go to court? What sentence or fine am I looking at due to I am under the age of 21 for my first dui.

Your punishment depends on a few things. The first is your blood alcohol content. Anything at .15 or higher usually leads to increased punishment....

One of the advantages to contesting the ticket is that the officer will not show up for the "traffic trial" and the case will be dismissed. This...

Is there any way I can get this suspended Drivers License off my driving record ?

I'm not entirely clear on what your question is. It sounds like your license is currently valid and any suspension has been lifted. Are you trying...

If you choose to contest the ticket, you will need to show up at the court date on your ticket and request a "traffic trial." If the officer...

Charges dropped

Your boyfriend can certainly provide a statement to the police claiming responsibility for the drugs. That doesn't guarantee the case will be...

Is he allowed to do that?

Your question goes to the heart of a relatively recent U.S. Supreme Court decision, Missouri v. McNeeley. Prior to McNeeley the police could...

Is that legal?

The facts you've given seem pretty outrageous. The initial stop of your car for a broken tail light is valid. The search of your car may or may not...