What does speedy trial mean? My cousin has been in jail for 288 days for reckless driving in a school zone.
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Answered on April 12, 2022
If your cousin has been arraigned, the charges have already been finalized. The purpose of an arraignment is to advise the defendant of the...
My ex husbands family and his girlfriend be pressed charges on me for domestic violence accusing me of verbally and mentally abu
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Answered on April 12, 2022
Is there a question here? It will be difficult to figure out what help you need if you don't proof-read what you wrote and actually ask a question.
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What is the benefits of hiring a lawyer/attorney rather than using a public defender?
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Answered on August 28, 2018
There are some very skilled and hard working public defenders. However, I'd also say they are overworked in most instances and that makes it very...
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Do prosecutors normally file DU charges if breathalyzer was .000 and no blood warrant was obtained ?(Marginal Field Test result)
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Answered on August 28, 2018
Yes. This happens more frequently than it should. There are many variables which add to the equation on whether the case will be prosecuted. ...
How many years can be expected for 3 dui's in Washington State?
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Answered on August 28, 2018
A third DUI carries a mandatory minimum of 90 days in jail on a BAC < .15 and a minimum of 120 days if you blow over that number or if you refuse. ...
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Does the device still monitor alcohol usage even if I go out of town without my box?
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Answered on August 28, 2018
It depends on what kind of box you have. If the court has ordered you to not drink and has given you a device to monitor your drinking, you should...
I got my first speeding ticket 60mph in a 45mph zone. Should I fight this ticket/try to get it lowered or use prayer judgment?
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Answered on August 28, 2018
Always try and challenge the ticket. You have nothing to lose (except time which can be very valuable) and keeping moving violations off your...
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Can I ask the judge to give my 18 year old son Counseloring in stead of jail?
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Answered on August 27, 2018
As the victim you are entitled to speak at sentencing and you can always ask the judge for Counselling. The judge may or may not follow your...
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If I have had a DUI and someone in my vehicle has an open container and I am pulled over, could I be arrested?
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Answered on May 02, 2018
You could be cited for open contained because the alcohol within the vehicle us under your dominion and control. You therefor technically possess...
In Washington state do they drug test during the 8 hour DUI class and victims panel?
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Answered on May 02, 2018
Not likely. It would be very surprising if that were to happen. They do, however, often have a portable breath test at Victim Panels because they...
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