There are no speedy trial acts with probation violations. When you are put on probation you give up a lot of right and the right to a speedy trial...

I commited a felony under the age of 18 and its a assault and battery with a deadly weapons will that shows up on my adult

You don't say how old you are now, but you need to talk to an attorney. I would suggest you either call the attorney who represented you on the...

I work on the weekends primarily. If convicted of DUI, is it possible to choose straight jail time instead of weekend work?

It is certainly possible. There my be other options also. You should discuss the various options with your attorney.

Is a hair follicle test not accepted by the courts to prove that I haven't been using?

It is very hard to convince a court that you are not using when you miss test. If you have a lawyer, and an expert witness a hair follicle test...

Can first time offenders get three strikes?

It is certainly possible that he could plead to three counts each of which could be a strike. What that means that if he is ever charged with...

Can you get a judge to dismiss a restraining order early in family court

You can make a motion to modify or terminate the restraining order. If you cannot afford a lawyer talk to someone in the Family Law office.

It is only legal if the loss prevention officer was acting in self defense. The LPO may also be able to detain your brother if your brother was...

Is it illegal to be afraid of unprovoked cop threats of force, not immediately open window/give ID, b charged with obstructing?

In light of the news of the past several months it is understandable that you might be afraid, particularly if you are African American. At the...

I am a female and I have a clean record. about two days ago I got charged with a felony. will I go to jail ?

Will you go to jail? I don't know. I can tell you that your chances of staying out of jail are much greater if you have a good attorney. There...

I have proof my car was valet parked at the time an officer allegedly cited my car for parking in "official vehicles only" spot.

Pay the fee and take it up with the valet company. You can try suing them in small claims if you want.