Ask a Criminal Defense Lawyer

What gives the police the right to raid your home?

Probable cause is a reasonable belief that criminal activity is afoot.  It can be …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 months ago

Why was I charged for "using another's license" when I just had someone else's license in my shoe?

The best person to answer your question as written would be the citing officer. …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 9 months ago

If it's been 6 months since my misdemeanor marijuana arrest but still no trial, when does the right to fair and speedy trial become relevent?

Constitutionally, a person has a right to a speedy trial, which is generally within …

PROFILE

Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates answered 10 months ago

What happens if someone is sentenced to house arrest but they do not have a residence?

If you are sentenced to house arrest, typically you have to provide Pre-Trial Services, …

PROFILE

Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates answered 11 months ago

If I was arrested for misdemeanor possession of illegal substance but didn't show up to court, now that the state has since decriminalized the substance does that help me at all?

Speak with a criminal defense attorney in your local area and ask whether or …

PROFILE

Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates answered 1 year ago