I was arrested and held without being offered an attorney, issued a bond, or indicted for 9 months. How do I sue?

I completely agree with the first attorney to answer your question. The only thing that I would suggest is that you go the court clerk's office and...

Can you be convicted of agg. Robbery based off a statement no evidence besides the da using a previous charge against you

The short answer is yes. People are convicted all the time solely on the basis of the testimony of an alleged victim. An attorney would be able to...

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How can I get free legal help for my physically and mentally handicapped son who is in jail,federal.

I may be reading too much into your question but, if you need a Nashville attorney because your son is in "jail" here on a federal charge then he...

Can the court refuse a bond when the charges are mis demeaners?

I agree with Attorney Ridings' answer. The court will have to set bond on the new misdemeanor. The bigger problem, and the issue that may keep...

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What will happen to me for "shoplifting"?

If you have no criminal history then you should get a break. The reality is that, while your explanation may be the truth, law enforcement isn't...

How to get in a diversion program?

You will have to complete a TBI Diversion form before the court can order pre-trial diversion. It is a $100 fee. Google "TBI Diversion" and you...

The main concern for a judge is whether the failure to pay fine and cost is "willful". When you began probation the the monthly fees should have...

Arrested for marijuana and paraphernalia possession with prior offenses that have been expunged.

First, if you were not "transferred" as a minor to adult court then you didn't receive the sort of diversion that an adult is eligible for under...

Convicted of embezzlement of $1500 in 05 postal service. did restitution & 1 yr probation. can I get it expunged in tennessee

Sounds like an "E" felony. As for diversion - maybe. The $1500 amount may be a problem. There is, i believe, a $1000 cap to be diversion eligible....

Is there an expiration date on a restitution order? And what is cost collections? Knox TN

I assume that you are the victim in a criminal case. Generally the defendant is ordered to pay restitution as part of their probation. Normally...