If restitution is ordered, and you’re married, then ostensibly yes— you will be paying restitution. This is because, in a simple way, whatever...

You can certainly try to press charges again, but the success of those charges will depend on many different factors. The specific crimes alleged...

You need a driver’s license to drive. The “right to travel” discourse is pushed by so-called “sovereign citizens”. The discussion is absolute...

There is no telling what punishment the prosecutor will seek. Your brother’s chances of a more favorable outcome go up immensely if he is...

Nobody here on Avvo.com can directly solicit your business for the completion of any legal task (that’s against the terms of use). You can find an...

Felony conviction in the 3rd, 2nd, or 1st degrees all carry the possibility of prison time. A criminal defense attorney can work to get your...

There is no statute of limitations on murder. You can absolutely contact police about what your (hopefully ex-) boyfriend did to your child....

Yes, it was legal for the officer to stop you that way. The officer stopped you because he could see that your license plate was (ostensibly)...

Court dates are moved for a variety of reasons. The court's calendar is a patchwork of hearings, trials, and other procedural elements. Then, the...

Yes, those charges (like any other) can theoretically be reduced. Whether they will be reduced is at the discretion of the prosecuting attorney (to...