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My husband was picked up on a warrant from a case that was thought to be settled 5 years ago, now on his charges it says FOA/FTA

Susan's answer | Answered on February 02, 2013

The failure to appear is like a monkey on your back. It'll haunt you. You might be driving down the road and get stopped on a simple traffic...

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I got caught stealing 22 dollars of alcohol at a Whole Foods. I am 17. What will happen to me?

Susan's answer | Answered on January 27, 2013

A number of things can happen. You might get a bill from the store. The store might file a complaint withe the police and send you a notice. An...

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What's the punishment for having less then an ounce of weed in your possession?

Susan's answer | Answered on January 27, 2013

Pay a fine. An infraction Since 2011. Will be on your record cause your over 18. You're supposed to report this on financial aid forms for...

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My husband has been diagnosed with bipolar does he have case?

Susan's answer | Answered on November 09, 2012

Sounds like your husband was recently diagnosed with bipolar. Your County mental health might be the best place to start getting help. He might...

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I have discovered from a background check done on me that there is a pending charge from 11/2007

Susan's answer | Answered on November 09, 2012

This is an issue you don't want to ignore. You could be driving down the road and stopped for a minor traffic offense. The police can find you are...

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Will the outcome work out in my favor if I retained a Public Defender or a Paid Lawyer?

Susan's answer | Answered on November 09, 2012

I usually explain this as the difference between a "free clinic" or a private doctor. A Public Defender is assigned a client, a private attorney...

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What happens to a cold case once the prosecuting attorney is no long with the DA's office?

Susan's answer | Answered on November 09, 2012

The case stays at the DA's office, but managed by another DA. The new DA may take a fresh look at the case, or might have less interest in the...

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Recently I got an MIP, what happens if I already have my license suspended from being arrested for public intoxication 1 yr ago?

Susan's answer | Answered on November 02, 2012

It may be worth hiring an attorney, or at least consulting with one. Alcohol related convictions never look good when an employer does a background...

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I lost my license for driving with out registration and not paying the fine. I'm paying it now. How do I get it back?

Susan's answer | Answered on October 21, 2012

You need to deal with the court and DMV. It is possible that this ticket has gone to collections, and the case to a failure to appear. Set up a...

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Should my daughter make the deal?

Susan's answer | Answered on October 21, 2012

Absolutely no deal. Your daughter is at risk of being injured or even killed by anyone she "snitches" on. I'd get an attorney, and have this...

Susan Marie Hearne's Answers (516)

My husband was picked up on a warrant from a case that was thought to be settled 5 years ago, now on his charges it says FOA/FTA

I got caught stealing 22 dollars of alcohol at a Whole Foods. I am 17. What will happen to me?

What's the punishment for having less then an ounce of weed in your possession?

My husband has been diagnosed with bipolar does he have case?

I have discovered from a background check done on me that there is a pending charge from 11/2007

Will the outcome work out in my favor if I retained a Public Defender or a Paid Lawyer?

What happens to a cold case once the prosecuting attorney is no long with the DA's office?

Recently I got an MIP, what happens if I already have my license suspended from being arrested for public intoxication 1 yr ago?

I lost my license for driving with out registration and not paying the fine. I'm paying it now. How do I get it back?

Should my daughter make the deal?