If I plan to apply for a PTI program, should I apply before the court date or on the court date?

I agree with Mr. Cheser. If your only charge is for possession of under 50 grams of marijuana, this is a disorderly persons degree offense that is...

If a clients' lawyer is not doing their job. what can the client do especially if the client cant afford another attorney.

In order to change lawyers during the case, you need to petition the judge for a substitution of attorney. The judge does not automatically grant...

More specific information is needed here. First, how did you come to be arrested for a violation of not wearing your seatbelt? There is more that...

What is going to happen to me for getting pulled over in Philadelphia with marijuana?

Agreed. You need to retain a lawyer who practices in Philadelphia. That person will be able to navigate the system for you and answer all of your...

I have a class h felony drug charge in nc. (simple posession). i am currently trying to go back to teaching. this is the only

Simple possession of what, exactly. And how much weight. This information is needed to determine what level offense or crime it would be in NJ.

How to end probation at the end of the sentence if the probation officer won't return calls?

In addition to the other suggestions (which you should follow), send a letter with a return receipt to the probation officer requesting the...

I received a open container ticket in my car back in 2010 and would like to get this removed from my driving record

Mr. Cheser is right. Motor vehicle summonses can not be included in a Petition for Expungement, even if you were arrested as a result of the motor...

Usually, people on probation are permitted to leave the country for vacation. However, to make sure that there is no problem while you are away,...

I just did a 6 month jail sentence for a 3rd DWI. Can I get time served for a Driving while suspended on this DWI?

Generally, the answer is no. However, given the outcome of the appeal, it is possible that you may not have to serve any more time.

Can an officer issue a ticket for "improper signal" 39:4-126 if he or she was not witness to the event?

Yes, the officer can issue the ticket. However, you have the right to challenge the ticket in the municipal court. On the back, it says to call...