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If I'm meeting with a hearing officer about a minor consumption charge, what should I do/say to increase my chances for a continuance of dismissal?

Hello. I urge you to have an attorney assist you in this matter. The attorney will discuss with you the full facts of the occurrence and provide you with legal advice as to your rights and possible de

Tricia Dwyer answered 2 days ago

When can you refuse to testify in court and not get into trouble?

You have a right to receive notice of a court proceeding you are expected to participate in.  Generally "asking you to testify" will be done concurrently with this notice.  However, if you h

Matthew Majeski answered 2 months ago

What will happen if I was pulled over for a faulty brake light and the officer happened to smell some marijuana in my car?

Your first step should be to retain a Minnesota criminal defense attorney to review your situation and advocate for you.  A warrant could be issued for your arrest and if it is indeed a felony yo

Matthew Majeski answered 2 months ago

What to do if my brother got charged with a misdemeanor for fighting on the sidewalk with a guy?

A criminal expungement of a conviction (due to the person pleading guilty or being found guilty of a crime) means the court records (over which the court, the judge, has authority to take action) woul

Tricia Dwyer answered 3 months ago

If I'm facing felonly domestic and for the third time heading to the pen, can I get a sentence reduction by working as a informant or by turning in a large drug ring?

Hello. The question you ask is not uncommon. In a situation as you describe, I definitely recommend that you privately and immediately confer with an attorney about your interest in making a 'plea dea

Tricia Dwyer answered 3 months ago

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