First DUI, near spotless driving record. Diversion eligibility and process?

At your arraignment tomorrow the court will appoint a lawyer for you if you qualify (before court you will need to check in at the window on the...

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Under House Bill 2333, which is now in effect. Can i get removed from the sex offender list if im 5 years and 4 months older?

I assume you are talking about the HB2333 that went into effect in 2008. The statute is clear that the age difference is 5 years or less. I do...

Can i have my rape in the third degree conviction reduced to a misdemeanor

I urge you to discuss this with a criminal defense attorney familiar with reducing felonies to misdemeanors, sex offender registration, and...

A girl lied about her age and originally contacted my son on an 18 and older site, he was arrested he is trying to fight charges

First, you (and your son) should not discuss the incidents & allegations with anyone other than his lawyer. Do not post details online. I agree...

How can I get to own a gun again after a Class C felony conviction? It has been 9 years. Ready to put it all behind me -

If the charge is one that is eligible, I suggest petitioning to have it expunged. If this is not an eligible charge, asking the court to amend the...

Can my husband fight his Extradition

He absolutely has the right to fight his extradition back to Texas; I urge you to hire an attorney to assist him with this or request that the...

DUII and drug charges. Probability of hair drug test?

I have not seen a "hair drug test" in Oregon for anyone involved in DUII diversion or even for anyone on probation. When someone is in diversion,...

If a 17 yr old i having sex with a 19 yr old, after the 17 year old turns 18 can their parents still press charges for the child

The most that the parents can do is file a police report. The police will then decide if the incident warrants investigation. Assuming both...

She should absolutely not be meeting with the DA or police without a lawyer present. If she cannot afford a lawyer the judge will appoint one to...

The diversion period last one year; during that time you are not allowed to consume any alcohol or controlled substances. Doing so could result...