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A diversion program is a form of sentencing, usually prior to or after a plea of guilt, but prior to a conviction for a crime in the criminal justice system. It is established to provide a means in deserving cases, usually always minor and non-dangerous offenses, to avoid a conviction and subsequent criminal record by allowing …
It depends. The state does not provide an attorney free of charge just because you were arrested on a criminal charge. During the process of being arrested and setting the initial hearing, you will be asked whether you plan to retain an attorney to represent you. If you state that you cannot afford to retain …
I Just Got Arrested, Am I Entitled to An Attorney? Read More »
Just got arrested and want to know when you can get out? The simple answer to that question is: once you have your initial appearance before the Court and/or pay a bond there are still times in which you cannot just simply “get out”. There are certain crimes for which one is non-bondable; e.g., first-degree …
If you are arrested and charged with a misdemeanor or felony, you could be facing anywhere from 30 days in jail, or even upward to 15 to 25 years in the State Penitentiary or even life imprisonment. I recommend that you consult with an attorney whenever you have been arrested or charged for a criminal …
I do not want to engage in drafting a treatise on the constitutional basis for one’s right to remain silent when he or she is detained or arrested by the cops. They know you have that right and they, no doubt, know a lot more about the law than you do. So, just tell them …
In Custody and/or Arrested – Your Right to Remain Silent Read More »
