You will likely need an attorney to make application for you and argue why you should be given ARD. It is ultimately up to the District Attorney. ...

Can you be denied public defender in criminal case if out on bail ?

The PD won't come looking for him, he has to go to them and apply. Like my colleagues have said, it depends upon his means whether he will...

Will I go to jail at my status confrence?

Well, it depends upon the situation. is it a situation where you don't qualify for the public defender, and cannot afford private counsel? Is...

Can ARD for retail theft prevent me from getting a License to carry in Philadelphia ?

You won't know until you apply. Here is the link for Philadelphia LTCF application https://www.phila.gov/media/20170828145656/LTC_APP_080117.pdf

It depends what state you are licensed in. If PA, Virginia is part of the interstate compact on driver's licenses, and they will report the ticket...

My name is continuously being misspelled on my fine can I get out of paying this fine because of this

No. Minor typographical errors are not enough to get a case dismissed.

Can I avoid jail time? Is this a good excuse for missing my appointment ?

I don't practice specifically in Philadelphia county, but in most suburban counties if you hire an attorney and arrange a turn in on the Bench...

Can the police threaten to arrest me for being complacent if I thought a crime might have happened?

There is no crime here. Nobody but mandatory reporters have to come forward. However, that said, law enforcement are allowed to lie and use...

Scram alcohol monitor?

The SCRAM monitor is on you to advise the Probation Department if you consume alcohol. It could either be a malfunction or that it was registering...

You will need to consult a criminal defense attorney to defend against the assault charges. You may have a good defense. Without a lease, an...