I reside in Oregon, can I be tried for the same crime that has previously been dropped by the DA?

Short answer? No double jeopardy here. You can’t be tried twice for the same offense. That’s double jeopardy. Here the DA has examined the...

First of all, congratulations on winning your DMV Hearing and on good grounds also. Second, yes evidence recorded at the DMV Hearing may be used...

Can the DA threaten me with another charge if I dont take the deal they offered??

Short answer? Yes they can. In the absence of any deal, missing court is probable cause to charge you with the crime of failing to appear. So yes...

The .16 increased the minimum fine to $2,000. As for a sentence, the minimum is 48 hours jail or 80 hours community service; alcohol evaluation and...

I have a probation violation warrant in OR 2007. I moved to California in 2008. What should I do to clear it

I’m afraid not. The warrant still will stand with all the status of its original issue. The only way to clear it is to either post bail in Oregon...

How do I go about getting this case dismissed ?

You can’t get the case dismissed. Your client needs a lawyer to address this.

If a citation is dismissed can the officer redo the citation ?

It sounds like she's been given a lot of confusing information, and I'm sure you and she are overwhelmed. So let's try and clear things up. Yes...

I need help?

If your property damage is less than $10,000 you can sue her and if she loses she or her insurance company will have to pay attorney fees under ORS...

How long does it take to get a warrant to search a safe found in a trunk

First there has to be probable cause that the car contains fruits of a crime. A magistrate reviews the officer's sworn statement to see if there...

Will dui treatment provider's work with my busy schedule

This is a question Best directed to your probation officer. He or she holds the keys to your freedom.