Can a case be completely dropped if the police mark the wrong box?

Cases will almost never be dismissed based on a scrivener's error in the police report. The issue of dismissal will almost always hinge on the...

Order of anti harrassment

You could be charged with violating a court order which carries up to one year in jail and a $5,000 fine. Although you may not necessarily be...

If a police officer says he seen you with stolen property yesturday. Can he charge me today without the property?

As a general rule, there is no reason to believe anything you are being told by a police officer. That being said, I can't imagine the government...

How do i find out a ruling against my ex?

You could call the court but the information you need might not be in the computer system yet. Ecourts might also be reluctant to share information...

Will DV Assault show on my record if I successfully complete deferred prosecution

A successfully completed deferred sentence will still show on your criminal record, but it will appear as a case that was dismissed. You are safe...

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Do I have a felony if i shoplifted when i was 14?

Good news. Not only do you not have a felony, it is likely that there is nothing on your record that needs to be disclosed to any potential...

The above is true. I believe bench warrants on misdemeanors last five years, but can be renewed by the prosecutors indefinitely. Get a lawyer and...

Almost 2.5 years ago I was charged with Reckless driving, dropped from A DUI. Can I have this taken off my record?

Three years after you have completed probation you can ask the court to vacate the conviction. It will still show up your driving record, but your...

MY EX CALLED 911 OVER THE WEEKEND. i DO NOT KNOW WHAT WAS SAID HE TOLD ME THAT i WOULD HAVE A BIG SUPRISE COMING.

How do you know she actually called 911? Typically law enforcement will contact you to discuss your side of whatever allegation she made against...

My older sister lives with me and an argument broke out. I accidentally ripped her shirt but never hit her. Is that dv?

If the prosecutors believe it was intentional, it would be domestic violence as you are a family member with your sister. Define domestic violence...