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My husband has been wrongfully convicted and has been in jail 3 years and they have the wrong person since we do not have money
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Answered on December 27, 2016
Without more info, we can't help. Did he take a plea or go to trial? If he lost at trial, has he exhausted his appeal options? Do you have...
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Concerning a potential conflict for an Assistant District Attorney in a criminal case
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Answered on December 27, 2016
The ADA should recuse herself since she knows the defendant personally. If she doesn't, bring this information to the DA office so they can...
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How to avoid to go on the public record with the pink summons public urination charge?
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Answered on December 27, 2016
Why do you have to plead guilty? Hire an attorney to fight this and probably get it dismissed. If you have a medical condition that you affects...
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Will an adult go to jail for having consensual sex with someone at the age of consent 17 years old?
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Answered on December 27, 2016
The age of consent is 17 so as long as both parties are at least 17 there is no crime here.
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Can i purchase/posess a shotgun while on misdemeanor probation for DWI in Minnesota
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Answered on December 27, 2016
Use this as a general rule when on probation. If you are unsure about something, don't do it until you can get written confirmation from you PO...
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Petty larceny
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Answered on December 27, 2016
Its very likely that the deal was offered last court date and you either weren't paying attention or didn't understand what was going on. My guess...
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Can I get my own lawyer to represent me besides the DA.
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Answered on December 27, 2016
You can hire your own attorney to try and persuade the DA to prosecute, but final decision lies with the DA. Assault with a gun is very serious...
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Can a caregiver who is not a guardian be present during meetings their disabled adult child has with the authorities?
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Answered on December 27, 2016
You can request whatever you want, but you don't have a right to be present for questioning. Your son does have a right to not answer questions...
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How can i receive video evidence?
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Answered on December 27, 2016
YOU can't. You're not an attorney and shouldn't try to act as one for your brother. Your brother needs to hire a real attorney and he can get a...
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If someone is caught driving suspended license due to child support arrears over 100,000....will they notify family court
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Answered on December 27, 2016
Yes family court will be notified and he can face jail over this. NYC takes this seriously, especially with such a large amount in arrears.
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