Is Eric Holder's directive to not prosecute "low level" drug offenders playing out in the real world?

The choice to prosecute or not prosecute has always been discretionary. However, Holder deals with Federal prosecutions. He has nothing to do with...

I think you should address these concerns /issues with your attorney, assuming you have one and then he or she can advise you regarding how viable...

What is the most likely plea agreement the prosecutor will give If u were caught with a rolled cigar filled with marijuana

It depends on your criminal history. If you have no criminal history TASC which is a alternative to prosecution might be offered. If you have a...

My 17 year old daughter just stole a cop car and eluded police along with 2 other felonies. How bad is this gonna get?

To be honest, as you can likely guess, it's not good. She could easily be charged as an adult for several crimes. Off the top of my head possible...

How can one avoid talking to police and call 911 simultaneously?

The advice related to not talking to the police is related to your right against self incrimination. Thus the advise it's given to those whom are...

How do I reopen a case were I took a plea

If you haven't been sentenced yet you or more accurately your attorney can file a motion seeking to withdraw from the plea. If judge thinks the...

A detective requested that I bring my son in for dna (swab) test. He said he has a court order. Should I take him?

I suspect if he doesn't have a court order he can get one and you will wind up giving the sample anyway. However, it is highly important that he...

I was at a hotel, and I locked my keys in the car. Cops were called and they smelled marijuana.

I agree with Ms. Carter regarding seeking the counsel of a local criminal defense attorney as these types of searches are very fact specific and...

What can happen at trial if there is no trial just a confession made intoxicated?

I suspect he has an attorney who is in a better position than any of us would be to answer that question. However, I will say that testimony and...

If being charged with unlawful imprisonment in clallam county superior court. Also being charged with burglary 1. What to expect

Your son needs and experienced criminal defense attorney ASAP as all the issues you detail should be investigated and/or considered in the...