It really depends on the type of background check that's being conducted. In general, I'd say that a charge that is nolled but not yet dismissed...

Unfortunately for you, disorderly conduct in CT does not require physical violence: Sec. 53a-182. Disorderly conduct: Class C misdemeanor. (a) A...

Will the feds pick up a gun case if two guns and crack,dope were found in the car but the driver nor passenger admits to

Typically the feds prosecute conspiracies involving large amounts of drugs and/or guns, so I would say the odds are low. Yet, it can be hard to...

It’s fine to refuse to sign an agreement because you want to hire someone, but don’t delay. DCF caseworkers can become suspicious when a parent...

Extortion & blackmail

I recently represented a client in an analogous situation. I agree that you should report the matter to the police and that you should retain an...

These are critical questions that you need answered before you are sentenced. Start with your public defender and ask her/him to take you through...

How often do attorneys actually get seized property back?

When you are considering hiring a defense attorney, you have the right (and should) ask her/him these pointed questions -- what are the odds I will...

Is it illegal for my boyfriend to be 17 while im 15 ?

I agree with the others that if your boyfriend has contact with your "intimate parts" or you have contact with his, he could be charged with risk...

Under "Represented By," there will be a blank if you have not hired an attorney. "Times on docket: 3" means that you have had three court dates on...

Will my license be suspended?

A lot of this is luck of the draw, but it probably helps to have a lawyer, although I appreciate that this would be an expense. I recently got a...