Witnesses did give written statements already but the DA wants to speak to them and it changes can it help the accused ?

Greetings: Yes. The prior inconsistent statements could be used to impeach the witness at trial. But, the inconsistency must be material to be...

If you have a lawyer and DA is questioning a witness can they sit in with the DA while they question the witnesses

Greetings: Defense counsel does not have the right to be present when the prosecutor is interviewing witnesses. But, I would consider having a...

New speeding ticket law

Dear Ohio Motorist: I am not an Ohio attorney but I think you are referring to the recent decision in Barberton v. Jenney . In Barberton v....

Greetings: I do not practice in New Mexico. The Consumer Relations Insurance Bureau offers assistance to consumers seeking to resolve...

Can a person be charged for Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree, by admission but without evidence of the weapon?

Dear Concerned Friend: A defendant cannot be convicted of any offense solely based upon evidence of a confession or admission by the defendant....

How can I find Out I have a warrant in Las Vegas? They won't tell me over the phone and I lived in California

If you want to find out whether you have a warrant in Las Vegas, one resource you can check...

Dear Concerned Girlfriend: A prosecutor may threaten to pursue more serious charges against a defendant who insists on their right to trial so...

NYC pled down to disorderly conduct w/ 1yr conditional discharge...what happens next?

Dear Future Teacher: The answer to all your questions and more can be found in "How To Get and Clean Up Your Rap Sheet ..." . It can be viewed...

What would you do ?

Dear Sir or Madame: You should report the information to both attorney. Newly discovered evidence is a common ground for a motion to set aside a...

Dear Concerned Dad: I do not practice law in your state. I believe Michigan Law 257.626b states: "A person who operates a vehicle upon a...