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I live in Missouri and I’m 16 he 18 and was wondering if he can get in trouble if he get me pregnant?

   

I live in Missouri and I’m 16 he 18 and was wondering if he can get in trouble if he get me pregnant?
We had sexual intercorse and was wondering if he get in trouble

Justin’s Answer
Statutory Rape in Missouri requires the perpetrator to be over 21 AND the victim under 17. Your boyfriend is technically safe from being charged with statutory rape. However, if the relationship started when you were younger, he may be in danger. I would not advise getting pregnant at 16, however.

Can a 14 yr old refuse a dna test for her unborn if accusation have been made that a 31 yr old got her pregnant

   

Can a 14 yr old refuse a dna test for her unborn if accusation have been made that a 31 yr old got her pregnant
My daughter is 14 n is pregnant but she is scared that the guy will b charged n he is already going to prison for life for other charges that have been filed against him

Justin’s Answer
She can refuse, however a court order (warrant) can override that refusal. If she wants to avoid the test, you may look into contacting an attorney. However, if the father has any money (or is set to inherit money) a paternity test can help ensure that the child is taken care of.

If ur child is 21 ..and doesn’t go to collage but u owe back child support what happens then?

   

If ur child is 21 ..and doesn’t go to collage but u owe back child support what happens then?
My daughter ir 21 and i owe back child support what happens now?..jailtime or what happens next?

Justin’s Answer
You have to pay child support until the back support is paid. If you still owe back support, the payments do not stop when the child becomes an adult. If you fail to pay the back child support, your license can be suspended, your wages garnished, and yes, you can be charged with a crime. You can generally just call and set up a payment plan. If you wish to challenge the amount owed, you will have to talk to an attorney in your area.

What is the punishment usually for first time offense of using fake 20 bill in Missouri?

   

What is the punishment usually for first time offense of using fake 20 bill in Missouri?
I had cashed my check took 20 out of wallet went to gas station bought things did not know it was fake

Justin’s Answer
No one can tell you this without knowing more about the case and your own history. Probation is common for my previous cases, but they could be entirely different from your situation. You should contact a defense attorney in your area to give you a better answer.

My probation has been over for over 16 yrs. And just got a letter saying I owe 1,400$ for court cost but 12 12 in county jail

   

My probationhas been over for over 16 yrs. And just got a letter saying I owe 1,400$ for court cost but 12 12 in county jail
I 12 12 in county jail 16 yrs. Ago and just got a letter saying I owe court cost from 16 yrs. Ago I was released from probation and all then how do I still owe court fees when being released from my probation

Justin’s Answer
You question is not very clear, but, so far as I know, there is no statute of limitations on court costs. You should contact a local attorney to help you with this; just be advised: hiring an attorney may be more expensive than just paying the $1400.

Getting video from a bank that would help prove my case ?

   

Getting video from a bank that would help prove my case ?
i need to get video suevillance from a major bank . i understand its like pulling teeth . will my lawyer be able to pull it off . my understanding is that they answer to know one put the police are a judge . this survillance is very important to my defence . on a side note i told the officer that the alleged crime happened in plan view of all these cameras . im i to believe that theyll go through the trouble of even looking at the video to prove my case .Are will they simple take the witnesses word for it . And file it to the DA office

Justin’s Answer
If you have an attorney, you should ask them this question. Getting evidence, even from a bank, just takes a subpoena, which your attorney should know how to get.

As for your case, if the officer is thorough, they should have already gotten a copy of the footage and examined it before forwarding to the prosecutor. On less serious cases, however, I have known officers to ignore possible video evidence and just take the witnesses’ word for it. Your attorney should know how to deal with this.

I need a criminal defense attorney that accepts payments. I will only have 300-400 to put down

   

I need a criminal defense attorney that accepts payments. I will only have 300-400 to put down
2 charges for same situation; a misd. Probation violation for the charge and the charge itself.
I missed court date on accident for my probation hearing and now have capias warrant and cannot afford to sit in jail. New job and single mother. I believe the charge can get dropped or reduced.

Justin’s Answer
You will have to contact an attorney in your area to see if they will take that price. I will tell you that takes an experienced attorney to get a DWI dismissed, and $300 probably will not cover that. Your probation violation is another problem as it is much easier to prove that up. Good luck.

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.