My pal has a No Bond FTA Warrant.. How should he turn himself in?

  

My pal has a No Bond FTA Warrant.. How should he turn himself in?
He missed his court date on 6/18/18 thinking the date to appear was the following month on 7/18/18..The judge issued a fta warrant with N/B

Justin’s Answer
Depends on how serious the case is, but if your friend hires an attorney, the attorney can probably get the warrant lifted without your friend risking arrest. Otherwise, you can check to see if the court has any amnesty days, where they allow those to surrender without arrest.

Will an ex parte go on my permanent record?

   

Will an ex parte go on my permanent record?

My girlfriend got an order of protection against me. She had a bruise and marks on her. I don’t want to see her again so I would rather not go to the hearing. Also will it make any difference if she hit me first? She is smaller than me

Justin’s Answer
You should consider hiring an attorney for the Ex Parte hearing. That she attacked you is relevant, but only in the appropriate argument. This will leave a record that can be used against you in the future.

 

Charged with felony possession for a spoon

   

Charged with felony possession for a spoon
Not my proudest moment however I was in an abusive relationship where drug use was a means of control. When I left him I got a restraining order which he violated via legal harassment and called cops on me for a false wellbeing check suggesting I had overdosed. I informed the police that I was clearly fine and that my ex had violated the r.o. and they were enabeling him which they returned to tell me it was anonymously called in (lie). I was actually not using at the time but had these items in my property and admitted to them (mistake). I was on misd. probation for property damage (dog poop- not kidding) so am dealing with probation violation as well as possession for a spoon that tested positive for residue though I cannot see that being a usable amount. I currently have a capias warrant because I accidently missed my court date for violation hearing and am in desperate need for an attorney. I have just under 1000 to put down and need someone to work with me please. I have been drug free since the incident.

Justin’s Answer
These gentlemen are correct: stop talking about your case with anyone other than your attorney and we cannot contact you using Avvo. You can, however, use Avvo’s search to find an attorney in the Rolla, MO area.

Charged with aggravated battery being first felony offense….can I just get probation in Kansas ?

   

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 I am charged with aggravated battery being first felony offense . I am wondering if I could  get a probation in Kansas

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer
You need to re-ask this question but put “Kansas” as the location of the case. A Missouri lawyer will not be able to give you much information unless they also happen to be licensed in Kansas. At any rate, no one will be able to give you a specific answer without going over the details of the case and your personal history. Do NOT put that sort of information in a post.

The witness made a claim in passing then disappeared

   

The witness made a claim in passing then disappeared
While walking to my car . A witness stop an stare at me up and down. And ask what the f am I looking at. This person went into a crazy rant trying to coach me into some kind of Confrontation. The incident was very disturbing and upsetting I finally got to my car and pulled off and was pulled over by the cops for a driving too fast. I thought I was in trouble for speeding only to find out that the witness made a claim that I threaten him. To my dismay I told him that never happened. They went back to get the witness an the witness just disappeared Into the Night. I was not charged but they took the report should I obtain a lawyer now

Justin’s Answer
I agree with Mr. Hardin. It will be difficult for them to prosecute the case without a witness. You can contact an attorney now. Definitely contact an attorney if you get summoned to court.

What can I do if my daughter leaves the scene of an accident out of panic?

   

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My daughter  had her  first  motor vehicle  accident, she panicked and left  the scene of the accident. The damage to her car was minimal while  the damage to the other car is still  unknown.

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer
While I cannot speak for Union, in my area, the police are usually more interested in seeing the other driver compensated than arresting the person who fled, especially if they turn themselves in. You will have to talk to a lawyer in your area to learn if this is the same in Union.

Can I masturbate with my blinds open in Missouri?

   

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I live in apartment by myself in  Missouri  and there’s people behind me and beside me and maybe they’re Shades up as I do.  I  wanted  to know if I  could   perform the act  of  masturbate with my blinds open in  my current  home  state  of Missouri?

 

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer

This question made me curious enough to dig up the books and do some research. I would say what you described violates RMO 566.093:
“A person commits the offense of sexual misconduct in the first degree if such person:
(1) Exposes his or her genitals under circumstances in which he or she knows that his or her conduct is likely to cause affront or alarm;
(2) Has sexual contact in the presence of a third person or persons under circumstances in which he or she knows that such conduct is likely to cause affront or alarm;”

This is an A or B misdemeanor depending on the circumstances. If a child sees, it’s a felony under 566.083. I dug a little further and this law applies even inside your own home if people can see you from outside.

I would say keep your blinds closed.

I lied on a police report said I was driving when someone else was and the driver is the one that caused the accident

   

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I lied on a police report said I was driving when someone else was and the driver is the one that caused the accident now the innocent driver is facing a lot of jail time how do I come forward ?

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer
First you should find a local attorney to go over the facts of your case so you can make an informed decision. The attorney can then decide how best to introduce your situation to the prosecutor or the police.

If I’m on a sex oriented website and the profile indicates adult, but turns out to be a minor, can I get arrested even though I

  

If I’m on a sex oriented website and the profile indicates adult, but turns out to be a minor, can I get arrested even though I
had no idea they were a minor?

Justin’s Answer
As the others have mentioned, this is a common scam. But, in the off chance that it is not, yes, you can potentially still get in trouble. Stop contacting this person and if any officers contact you, do not speak with them; get an attorney.

What does request for disclosure & supplemental disclosure mean?

   

What does request for disclosure & supplemental disclosure mean?

On case net the two most recent docket entries are; Motion filled:state request for disclosure and Supplemental filing: Supplemental disclosure. This is my first time being in big trouble, I went to jail for 2 weeks the charge is 2nd degree domestic assault. Please help me make since of all this!

Justin’s Answer

Motion for disclosure is a standard motion filed by the state asking you to disclose any evidence you plan on using at trial. Supplemental disclosure means the state has more evidence to give you.

2nd degree domestic assault is a very serious charge. You should have an attorney to explain all this for you. If you do not qualify for a public defender, use the “Find A Lawyer” button above to find a criminal defense attorney in your area.

 

If an attorney is representing me as a client on a DUI hearing, do I call in, or does the attorney call in alone?

   

If an attorney is representing me as a client on a DUI hearing, do I call in, or does the attorney call in alone?
I requested a license hearing immediately for a DUI case, looking for more info on the process.

Justin’s Answer
If you have an attorney, you should ask them this question. We have no way of knowing how they want to proceed on the case.

I got caught shoplifting at Kohl’s and received a court date but wasn’t arrested?

   

I got caught shoplifting at Kohl’s and received a court date but wasn’t arrested?
I am 18 and I got caught shoplifting about $90 worth if things. The cop said he would’ve taken me to jail and finger printed me and mugshot me if not for my step dad, who is also a cop in my town. I have a clean record and have never been in trouble before.
Question 1: how worried should I be?
Question 2: should I tell my future employer this happened even though I was not arrested?
Question 3: my step dad said he could try to get my misdemeanor charge dropped to a violation of city ordinances, how hard is that and will it still effect my future of jobs and scholarships?

Justin’s Answer
These are good questions for a local criminal defense attorney. Unless your step-dad can get the case dismissed, you should consider talking to an attorney to see how they can go about getting this off your record.

Do I have to show up to court if I’m served an RO?

  

Do I have to show up to court if I’m served an RO?
Neighbors filed a restraining order against me. I didn’t do anything at all. Do I have to show up to court?

Justin’s Answer
If you don’t, the judge will probably grant the order by default. If you want to contest the RO, you need to show up to tell your side. Better yet, you should hire an experienced attorney in your area to help you fight this.

Can i get a better then jail time from shoplifting ?

   

Can i get a better then jail time from shoplifting ?
Im going to court for shoplifting. The store manager said that i was stealing. She didnt check the cameras to see if i was stealing she assumed it. I told the police i took something so i could go home. When i got home i noticed a alarm sticker was on my shoe. She didnt even check to see if it was active. She just said it wasnt

Justin’s Answer
It depends on the facts of your case and the local prosecutor/court. In many areas, shoplifting can be kept off your record entirely with a pre-trial diversion. You will have to contact an attorney in your area to learn if this is possible.

Am I able to get a different judge if the judge I have Flat out said that he doesn’t like me?

  

Am I able to get a different judge if the judge I have Flat out said that he doesn’t like me?
I have been going back and forth to court where my Childs father has been making up stuff and saying that I’ve done with no evidence and I have letters from social workers at hospitals where the child was hospitalized that verify that he’s lying, he also stalks, threatens and follow me and my family members. The judge we have does not like me because he allowed my child to be with her dad unsupervised after her dad is on recording stating that he would have sex with all 3 of his daughters and also would f*ck my sister kids and I asked him in court how could he allow that and not protect my child from a potential pedophile. Her father also stated that he like lil girls which is why he had sex with me and he is twice my age. He also has a girlfriend who sent me pictures of dead babies captioned with my Childs name, as well as messages about how she can’t wait for her dad to get her and bring her to their house. He has gave the courts a address where he does not live which was confirmed by police and I have videos of all of this. But because the judge does not like me he will not look at any evidence that I have. Which could possibly lead to my daughter being harmed.

Justin’s Answer
This question is too specific to answer in a post. Mr. Hardin is correct that you need an attorney. There are ways to get a judge off the case, but the motion is not an easy one to file.

Can a judge dismiss my MIP on my court date for the ticket?

   

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Can a judge dismiss my MIP on my court date for the ticket?
I was at a birthday party that ended up getting big, I wasn’t drinking anything but someone offered me to try a wine cooler, so i had a sip of it and gave her the drink back. The cops showed up and they said everyone just needed to go home, but then a highway patrol showed up and lined up anyone underage and handed out MIP’s. I was not “obviously intoxicated” by any means nor was i in possession of alcohol at this period in time at all. As a matter of fact, I was drinking Minute Maid juice all night and that’s what I had in my hand. I did not get a breathalyzer test either. I did tell the highway patrol i had the sip of the wine cooler so he gave me an MIP for admitting to drinking an alcoholic beverage. I was just wondering if I HAVE to fight it with prior court dates and an attorney, or if i will be able to just tell the judge what happened and she can choose to dismiss it at my first court date.

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer
A judge will not dismiss your case prior to trial and, at that point, you’re all in. You need to speak with a lawyer about this because “I only drank earlier” is not going to be a good defense.

What does it mean if your charge is being moved from municipal court to county

   

What does it mean if your charge is being moved from municipal court to county
Had a shoplifting charge in Branson Missouri and recently received a letter that said my case was being voided in municipal court and my charge was being sent to Tanney County. What does that mean? I live in Wichita,Kansas but was on vacation in Branson.

Justin’s Answer
It means that your case is much more serious: the prosecutor has decided that either your criminal history or the facts of the present case warrant more serious charges.

In Missouri, can an 18 yr old be charged with a crime, of any kind, for sex with a 15 yr old

  

In Missouri, can an 18 yr old be charged with a crime, of any kind, for sex with a 15 yr old
18 yr old man , 15 yr old girl

Justin’s Answer
RSMO 566 lists statutory rape as between a 21 year old and someone younger than seventeen, or sexual intercourse with child younger than fourteen. It lists molestation as sexual contact between a child under 17 and someone four years older. It also criminalizes sexual contact with students if the child is a student and the adult a teacher. These are the only applicable statutes that I could find, but there may be more. My advice is to not have sex with a child.

If I don’t accept a plea bargain will the prosecutor raise the plea?

   

If I don’t accept a plea bargain will the prosecutor raise the plea?
My fiance is accused of 1st degree burglary and 3rd degree assault. His brother has already plead guilt to these charges. The prosecutor offered my fiance a plea of 120 days in prison for the burglary charge and to dismiss the assault charge, which he did not accept.

Justin’s Answer
Given that the prosecutor does not usually offer plea deals to un-represented defendants, I’m guessing your husband already has an attorney. This would be a better question for that attorney.

How do I drop charges if I no longer want to press charges.?

  

How do I drop charges if I no longer want to press charges.?
My son 33 became argumentative and police were called. He was arrested and taken to jail over night. His father and I got a exparte and was served to him in jail. he was living with us at the time. now we would like to drop the charges of domestic violence. as no one was hurt. he no longer lives with us..

Justin’s Answer
You cannot decide to drop the charges: that is a decision for the prosecutor. If you feel that there is a good reason for dropping the charge, you are free to call the prosecutor and ask them. Keep in mind that, if your son is asking you to drop charges, that could be defined as Tampering With a Witness, another crime.