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Is self-defense claimable? What should I do if I am actually arrested and charged? Should I go to the police 1st and explain?
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Answered on January 04, 2016
Unless self-defense is so clear that no reasonable person could think otherwise, the police will arrest a person and let them claim self defense in...
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Is there an action i can file to show the court the traffic stop holds no merit so the judgement holds no. Validity
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Answered on January 04, 2016
Sounds like you already fought the case and lost. You can appeal the verdict if you want, but I don't see where your rights were violated.
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Can i fight this? any cases I can research/cite in my defense so case can be dismissed?
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Answered on January 04, 2016
Sure you can fight this. The people must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt and that includes intent. You can argue you didn't have...
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What will happen to me for helping someone bond out using a fake name and SSN number?
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Answered on January 04, 2016
I can't really see how you could argue that you didn't know it was a fake name when you posted bond and the fact that he did this before will hurt...
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Is there a statute of limitations for a trail date or a form to request charges to be dropped after a certain time period?
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Answered on January 04, 2016
Statute of limitations does not apply once charges are filed but speedy trial does. Not every adjournment counts towards speedy trial time. You...
Should my girlfriend fight her DUI charge?
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Answered on January 04, 2016
Ofcourse she should fight it. She should be aware that there are more issues with a refusal case and that Miranda rights don't sound necessary in...
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Is there a chance the charges can be dropped?
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Answered on January 04, 2016
I think restitution at the very least would be likely unless acquitted at trial or evidence that you had nothing to do with it comes up. Other...
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My lawyer wants me to possibly take a deal for one of the felonies i do not want to, is it a good idea to switch attorneys trial
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Answered on January 04, 2016
You might want to get a second opinion to see if another attorney, after seeing the evidence against you, would also recommend a plea. If multiple...
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Wondering if I should have any optimism about this case I am allegedly involved in.
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Answered on January 04, 2016
If you are charged as an accomplice then you are responsible for all the actions of your codefendants as if you did them yourself. So you could be...
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How can I stop someone trespassing on to our property
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Answered on January 04, 2016
She is being invited onto your property by someone who resides there. I doubt this will be seen as trespassing by the police. The issue is with...
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