How bad is my Step-Son's situation?

If he has a prior drug conviction it makes it more likely this case will be charged as a felony. With felony sentencing, prior convictions can...

The statute of limitations has run. The only reason the case was still active is because it was charged during the statute of limitations and it...

Yes, it should be automatically be dismissed. However, a court employee has to go in and update the records and sometimes there can be a short...

I received a tab charge in court and my lawyer promised me I can expunge my conviction in the near future.

All misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors are eligible for expungement, but there are a lot of factors that go into whether or not a judge will grant...

What is my best option after getting charged with possession of a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia

It's not a good idea to just plead guilty/pay the tickets. It will show up in future background checks and may impact the way prosecutors handle...

Yes, it is called constructive possession. It makes it harder for the State to prove than if it were in your hand, but it can be done. You should...

Would a lawyer help

Yes, domestic assault cases will have a substantial impact on your life if convicted. You are also facing a felony, which will also have a...

Do I have a stay of disposition?

It sounds like you were granted a Stay of Imposition of sentence. In Minnesota, that is the only stayed sentence type that converts to a...