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Can you dispute a prosecutor filing misdemeanor charges as felonies and breaking his own plea bargains after your sentenced?
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Answered on April 02, 2014
Most plea offers are nullified if circumstances change such as the acquisition of new charges. It's unlikely you could have a successful appeal...
I was accused of shoplifting at a local store. I had paid for (I thought) all my merchandise, but cashier missed 3 items
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Answered on April 02, 2014
Anytime you are going to court with a possibility of facing jail time, you should have an attorney. You can use Avvo's Find a Lawyer search tool to...
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Its been 7 years since I got a promotion charge is their a statue of limitation on this ? Can I make them throw it out ?
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The statute of limitations applies to how long the state has to charge a crime, not how long they have to convict someone of it. I'm not sure if...
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How should I plea to an MIP?
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Plead not guilty. Most courts won't accept a guilty plea at first appearance even if you wanted to. You can either try to hire private counsel or...
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Do I need a lawyer/What are possible punishments
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Yes, your son should not go to court without an attorney, but you have options. Because your son is a minor, he is entitled to appointed counsel....
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Can my son be responsible because it was his vehicle because drugs were found on passenger side of car
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Answered on April 02, 2014
Maybe. Possession does not have to be exclusive and more than mere proximity is needed to prove it; however, there may be facts of which you are...
Felon in possession of black powder firearm in washington.
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Answered on April 02, 2014
This is a misconception. A firearm is a device from which a projectile may be fired by an explosive. A black powder gun is considered a firearm....
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What should i do about court? i have no idea about any of this.
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Yes. When you go to court, plead not guilty and request assigned counsel. Make no statements about the case to anyone other than your attorney.
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Does he need an attorneys
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Answered on April 02, 2014
He needs an attorney. Don't waste your time trying to figure out why he has a warrant. Instead, get an attorney. He or she will figure out how to...
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