I received around $2500 in court fees and fines, and a jail sentence of 21 days in August of last year. My fees/fines are due 2/11/2013. Since my release from jail I've lost my job, and have been looking ever since. I recently moved in with some friends close to town to increase the likely hood of finding a job, although it is still very hard due to my lack of a drivers license. I've had a couple of interviews, but I've failed the background check every time. I'm expecting a little over $1000 in tax refunds and plan to use all of it to make a payment on my fines. Considering this, what can I expect when I go to court on the 11th of next month? Is there any way I can avoid jail time?
In my experience, courts appreciate being told of difficulties early. First opportunity, schedule an appearance before...
The story - Had 3 beers and shared a little margarita over the course of two plus hours.Took my friend home and as i pulled into the driveway I was bluelighted. Told I failed to come to a complete stop at the sop sign (which as memory serves I very much did) and failure to use turn signal (which I didnt (it was residential)). Told me my eyes looked glossy, asked me to step out...and lets do a field sobriety test. I (regrettably) told him I believed the test to be waste due to his biased opinion but complied. Afterwards backup officer is holding the blow test and I say "id rather just take a blood test". Instantly cuffed. Coulnt afford to pay for blood test so I submit to the blow test at the station and blow .063, finest 12 hours in my life followed. I have no record, and no money. Advice?
You are likely eligible for a public defender. However, you would be better off with private counsel. Regardless,...
I had visited with an acquaintance at my home during which time I only knowingly had about 9 oz. red wine. Later that day I was in an automobile accident in which my son was in the car. They have charged me with the above charges. However I have no clear memory of having done any of this.. My friends have asked was it possible that something had been slipped into my beverage. I am at a loss as to what possibly happened. I know I have been trying to clean up my act and stay out of trouble. I am on SSI and worry that a public defender will not be able to handle my case correctly/thoroughly. I am needing advice.
These are serious charges with potentially serious consequences. I highly suggest that you consult with a locally...