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What to do if my son was caught with 10 grams of marijuana last year?

Based upon what you have written about, your son should consult with a criminal defense attorney about the matter and have the attorney intervene with respect to the situation. It is possible that cha

E.M., Member, California Bar answered 20 days ago

What to do if I recieved a citation for public drunkenness while driving my car?

You may or may not have a way of fighting the charge.  If the officer stopped you for an illegal reason, then the whole case against you could be thrown out.  Before you decide to accept or

B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar answered 2 months ago

Is it legal for a police detective to text message me to question me about an incident that he believed I witnessed?

A police detective can indeed text message or call you to gather more information about a possible criminal investigation or to question a witness about a particular event. You however are under no ob

Kevin Bessant answered 2 months ago

What to do if I was issued a subpoeana to testify in a domestic violence case in which I am the "victim" but I asked for the charges to be dropped?

Hello. A subpoena is a court Order directing you, in this case presumably, to appear at court for a particular court hearing.  A variety of serious contempt of court penalties may be imposed on y

Tricia Dwyer answered 2 months ago

What can be the consequences for me if my ex-fiance recently made me aware of a bill that was still coming out of his account after being broken up for 2 years?

He can try to press charges, but it's not to him--the authorities decide whether to do so, and very well may choose to not do so. And even if charges are levied against you, it is very likely they wil

SJZ, Member, New York Bar answered 2 months ago

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