IS an Order of Deferred Disposition the same as a guilty plea in juvenile case?

If a person completes all the conditions of a Deferred Disposition, the charge would be dismissed at the end of the Deferred period (usually 1-2...

Is a bounced check a crime?

Yes under Washington State Law RCW 9A.56.060 it is a crime. It is considered an unlawful issuance of a check or draft. It is a gross misdemeanor...

Does she has to plead guilty

Just because she made some admissions doesn't mean that she has to plead guilty. An experienced criminal defense attorney can look at the state's...

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Do I plead guilty for intoxicated underage driving? Or should I not?

This is a serious charge and you should never consider pleading guilty of a crime without consulting with an experienced criminal defense attorney....

Is there any way to have the d.a reconsider opening a case?

In determining whether to file charges or prosecute someone, the prosecutor must consider whether the state can prove its case at trial. There are...

Will he do jail time? Thank you for you quick response to my first question.

It will depend on the outcome of his case. His attorney may be able to negotiate a plea agreement which involves no jail time. Otherwise, depending...

What should bail be based on the facts and charges?? Should the judge recalculate bail based on the new facts??

When determining whether to set bail and in what amount, a judge is concerned both with community safety and the likelihood that the defendant will...

Should i get a lawyer

When someone has caused injuries to another person, that person may file a civil suit against the person who caused the injuries. One of the things...

My neighbor was beaten severely by her brother last weekend. He is in jail awaiting his first appearance.

The arraigning judge is concerned with community safety and a defendant's likelihood of appearing at his next hearing. Things the judge consider...

Someone reported to the police false information because they are afraid of my friend. what happens to my friend if they are arr

A person can be charged with obstruction if they delay, hinder or obstruct an officer's lawful discharge of his official duties. If the crime is...