The dmv from another state posted a speeding ticket as a DUI charge! The state that made the error is Indiana. I live in Tenness

I agree with Mr. Henry, but I think there may be more involved here. I dealt with a similar issue between an Oregon court and a Washington driver. ...

Do i need to get a lawyer for this traffic ticket?

I love the answer that Ms. Rogers gave, "never take legal advice from a police officer." Any conviction associated with your drivers license will...

The judge or prosecutor can dismiss the case. The case may be dismissed on the motion of the defense if there are good legal grounds. As for a...

He will need a visa to enter the U.S. Here are different grounds for a visa. BUSINESS • Consult with business associates; • Attend a...

My boyfriend was drunk and got arrested, what are the chance with a good attorney that he will not serve prison time?

I agree with Ms. Golstein. Don't discuss too many facts on such a public forum. I also agree that your boyfriend should have an attorney to begin...

Can I sue my defense lawyer for legal malpractice? I was convicted solely on inconsistent witness testimony. no other evidence.

The legal standard for malpractice is, by some act or omission the attorney did something but for that act or omission, there would have been a...

In-law was Involved in an accident which was the other persons fault, may his wife, who was a passenger be his witness?

Anybody who has a perception of an event, who has the ability to testify about the perception, and who can take an oath to tell the truth is...

I was told by the judge to go to the jail and self commit what this medoes it mean that I'm pleading guilty for the charges

What an interesting question. Generally if the judge tells you to self commit it means that you are to turn yourself into the jail. The judge would...

If moral turpitude is not legally relevant to petty crimes, than why would it be used as a reason to not dismiss a charge?

Some petty crimes are in fact crimes of moral turpitude such as theft, false swearing, making false application for drivers license, furnishing...

What is the difference between making a motion to dismiss charges and "asking" for the charges to be dismissed?

Mr. Nickol is correct The prosecutor can dismiss the case on her own motion. So if your attorney spoke to the DA and the DA declined to dismiss,...