Will Hawai'i extradite me to Washinton for a gross misdemeanor?

You've asked this question in the Oregon section, but you should probably ask it in the Hawaii or Washington section. Just shooting from the...

You need to get a lawyer as soon as possible. If you cannot afford one, then the court may appoint a public defender for you. At your first...

I've been charged with assault 4 & harassment . How severe are the charges & how much should I expect to pay for a lawyer.

These charges are misdemeanors. The Assault IV is class A and the Harassment is class B. It is good that these are not allegations of...

What are the circumstances for initiating a false report? What do I do?

You need to get a lawyer immediately. This is a misdemeanor charge, but it can carry the threat of jail time and substantial fines, as well as an...

Is this a criminal or civil matter ?

Right now, it's a civil matter. The owner can call the police and make a report, but he can't "have you arrested." If the police believe that a...

Is it likely to have a class C misdemeanor for theft III expunged from my record if I have never been charged with anything?

If you are convicted of this crime, then you will likely be placed on probation and have to do some community service and/or pay a fine. If you...

My ex is charged with 4th degree assault Apa Dv because my friend called the cops on him. How can I help get that dropped?

You can make your wishes known to the district attorney's office, but if they want to proceed with charges, then they will. The best think he...

Would you know any attorneys starting out, that would be willing to take my case on low income or bro bono?

I would recommend calling the Oregon State Bar's Modest Means program. Depending on your financial status, you could qualify for reduced-rate...

I am wanting to go to denmark on work but I have an outstanding warrant.

It is possible that the warrant could prevent Denmark from accepting you. It's also possible that you might make it to Denmark, but would be...

A friend did an asault with a weapon 25-30 yrs ago in Nebraska. He paid a lawyer to make it go away and split the state on bond.

If he failed to appear for court, there could indeed have been a warrant issued for him, and it's certainly possible that the warrant could still...