How can I stop someone from getting a restraining order against me when the story they are providing the courts is a lie?

If the parents are seeking an anti-harassment order, they may have a difficult time establishing a "course of conduct" even aside from the...

You are prohibited from entering any Nordstrom store. Every time you enter one of their stores, you could be charged with criminal trespass. ...

If arrested for repeat offense is bail usually higher??

Bail will likely be higher, especially if the first charge was not very long ago. The court may be concerned about the possibility of new charges...

How can requested a different court date for a temporary order of protection as a respondent? Thank you

In Snohomish County you are able to appear in court and ask for a continuance in order to adequately prepare your defense and retain an attorney. ...

In Washington State you cannot expunge any conviction, however, three years after you are off probation you can petition the court to vacate the...

I haven't been carged with theft in the second degree yet but someone is saying that they are gonna come after me for it.

No. The statute of limitations for a criminal prosecution for theft in the second degree is three years. The civil statue of limitations for an...

The issue is whether your license is suspended in California, not whether you have a warrant. If you are suspended in California, you will need to...

Will getting a driver's license help my case?

Getting your licence will definitely assist your lawyer in their negotiations, however, having a valid license is not a defense to the charge. You...

Why is someone who molested my friend not a registered sex offender?

Communicating with a Minor for Immoral Purposes is a registerable offense and the defendant, if convicted, should have registered for at least ten...

My wife was arrested for DV how do I remove the restainging she recived so that I can see my grandson

Your wife needs to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney right away to not only explore all possible defenses, but to work on lifting the...