I am a 17 year old male and I am getting charges pressed against me for a M-4 affense.

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Is it legal in Ohio for an officer to pull you over for expired tags then call in a drug dog whom only alerted the back driver

The police can absolutely pull you over for the expired tags, but did they charge you with a crime(s)? If so, you should hire a lawyer to look into...

Pre-trial Diversion

You should always apply for pre-trial diversionary programs if you have not been convicted of a previous crime and your current charge is a...

Violation of civil liberties?

He should find a civil rights lawyer soon. You might check with the ACLU or a similar organization who will offer their legal services to your friend.

The issue is whether your school had a duty to protect your lost bag from third party thieves. Generally, the school will not be liable for the...

It is wise for you to retain your own independent lawyer apart from the lawyer your dad is getting. You both have different interests, and they...

I agree with my colleague. As long as you lacked knowledge of the shoplifting before, during, and after the event; you should not be charged with...

The hotline will keep you anonymous, but once the police begin investigating the crime that you have reported (assault and battery, robbery,...

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I was charged and convicted with a misdemeanor of harrassment. How will this affect my employment opportunities?

It certainly could. It is up to the employer, though. Each employer has the discretion to hire/fire employees with criminal backgrounds. They also...

Can charges be dropped before court or just in general If I no longer want to pursue the case?

Yes, you can drop the charges, but the state still has the discretion in a criminal case to pursue the charge against the defendant.