Why would a probation officer go speak to an inmate in jail?

This is not unusual. Most courts want a probation interview prior to sentencing. The probation officer then prepares a report for the judge. This...

Can a person whos incarcerated set a hearing to get bail lowered without lawyer? ,

The ONLY way to do it is to fire his public defender and represent himself. When he does, he will be his own attorney from then on out (assuming he...

I got a petty theft chatgr have to go to court next week. If I'm already on probation for someththing else will I go to jail?

Maybe. Yes. No. Hire an attorney right away. Jail is a very real possibility and a theft conviction will remain a permanent part of your record.

Hello, i just got a DUI in california. Do lawyers normally handle just the court part or do the DMV hearing as well?

It depends on the lawyer. Some don't want to handle the DMV side, others (like myself) absolutely do. Still others ONLY do DMV. It all depends...

I was recently cited for a criminal misdemeanor in Oregon, 498.142. They took my rifle. Will I be able to get this back?

Ask an Oregon attorney. I suggest meeting with one in person...in lieu of posting information in the open internet.

Got 60 days for not completeing my community service

So....what is your question?

How long can the FEDs take to give me a court date?

Your fiance needs a lawyer. Federal cases take a LONG time to resolve. If the feds picked it up, then it is a very serious matter. The best thing...

I was charged with a DUI and have already had a jury trial an appeal and now I've got a writ of Habeas Corpus i just filed. .

There is absolutely no way to answer this question. Perhaps a detailed and thorough conversation with your lawyer that did your trial will help you...

As an ex-felon in CA from 23 yrs. ago can I legally write letters/exchange with a new inmate in a jail/detention center in MD?

A Maryland attorney would know better. Ask one there.

Hard to say. I generally charge a set price for first time DUis that is based on my ten years experience. Sometimes, however, if I feel sorry for a...