Does a criminal case get dropped if the only witness does not show up?

Maybe. It is impossible to give a firm answer without a lot more information. If the witness is subpoenaed for a preliminary hearing -- which is...

I've received a restraining order & one of the order it to sell or turn in my guns, how can I contest the sell/turn in of guns?

There is no Option 4 on the form because the answer would have to be something like, "Screw you, Judge, I don't care what you say, I'm keeping my...

If you cannot afford an attorney, you can ask the judge to appoint the Public Defender when you go to court for the first time. Some very good...

I was accused of petit larceny. What proof does the person need?

You can be convicted on the word of one witness if a jury believes their testimony. If somebody testified that they saw you grab a widget that...

My fiance is facing criminal homicide charges and can't afford a private attorney, is a public defender good enough

Defending a client in a homicide is a long, difficult process for any lawyer. There is no way to determine his chances of beating the case without...

How do you refute a CDL traffic traffic ticket in Rockwall, Texas

Since I am from California, I assume CDL means California Drivers License. If you were cited in Rockwall, Texas, you will need to appear in...

How should my 17 yr old son respond to questions from police regarding where he got his pot from?

"Officer, I am in a diversion program and I am represented by an attorney. My lawyer says I am not to discuss my case with anyone unless he is...

A Helmandollar plea is pretty complex for a person representing himself in court. Many judges don't understand it, many prosecutors won't go along...

I have 1 wet wreckless drive and 1 dui

Misdemeanor DUI/wet reckless convictions are generally not a major immigration problem. If you had a whole bunch of them, it might be an indication...

I have 1 wet wreckless drive and 1 dui back in 1990.

Misdemeanor DUI/wet reckless convictions are generally not a major immigration problem. If you had a whole bunch of them, it might be an indication...