FOR EXAMPLE IF YOU WERE CHARGED WITH A CRIME AND WERE OFFICALLY ARRAIGNED DO YOU ALWAYS HAVE THAT CHARGE PENDING OR WILL IT EXPIRE AFTER A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF TIME? CONCERNED MOTHER!!! please help
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Bizarre question, and difficult to answer without knowing at least what country you're in.\n\nWe'll assume you're in the US, and we'll further assume you're in California (though it's probably the same throughout the states).\n\nIf you're arraigned, the legal process has begun.  The case will not "expire" and if you fail to appear for further proceedings, you'll more than likely be charged with a failure to appear (FTA) and an arrest warrant will be issued.\n\nArrest warrants, by the way, are good forever.
14806
First check that it is indeed a blemish on your record. Usually if your 18 or 19 it's a 50/50 chance of it remaining on your record. \n\nIf your certain that this is on your criminal record, try to have the case reopened and have a judge expunged this from your record. (tell him/her your potential endeavor with the military)\n\nTalk with a recruiter, and let them know about this "past instance". The military actually has waivers to overlook some offenses, even felonies.\n\n\nhope that helps.
34798
It depends on the State and what type of crime you were a victim of.  For example - if you were  victim of sexual assault - you may have more time - but if it was a simple assault - you may only have one year.  In your example above - they most likely have a year - but a prosecuter is going to wonder why if they wait long to report it.  May only have a civil case after too long
229567
Yes you can.\n\nThe prosecutor can take the case to the grand jury over and over again, then use a preliminary hearing the the grand jury votes no true bill. Your lawyer can tell the judge at your arraignment hearing the case has been dismissed before and that will go a long way toward rolling it again. Good luck.
406102
By american law, you can not be charged with the same crime for the same incident. On a seperate occasion, yes. Also, there are other charges they can charge you with later for the same crime.
230568
getting expunged if TOUGH. i have one felony from 20 yrs ago that i have tried twice just to get pardoned for and the state is making it imposible almost. and they only let you try again after 18 mo. so it takes years complete.\nexpunged is where YOU prove that you were not guilty. and it gets erased from your record\npardoned is where you get... "excused" from your crime and you get all your rights back. but its still on your record\ndepending on the state and what the rules are. contact the capitol and they will tell you/send info on what you need to do and supply them for proceedings to start in either case.\ngood luck. both are hard roads\none easier than the other.\nbut, you like me.... made stupid decisions before and this is the price you pay.
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Not sure I understand your question, probably need more details, but I'll give it a shot.\n\nIt varies in the US by state, but the common elements are that charges are filed by the state and a person is arraigned (enters a plea).  Then there are settlement conferences and then a trial.\nIn some states for felony charges where the charges were not filed by indictment, there is a hearing before a judge to make sure the case warrants going to trial.
383314
It depends on a lot of things.  For one, it depends on the stage of the case.  If the person was already charged, then it can stay there forever as a bench warrant.  If they're just looking for the person and not charged them, it depends on the crime as they all have different statutes of limitatins.  Also these vary from state to state.
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Normally they are arrested and will see a judge, it is called an initial appearance.  The judge advise the defendant (accused person) of the charge.\n\nDepending on prior history, a defendant might be release to return to court later.  If the defendant has a history of not showing up to court (fail to appear), then the judge will likely have a bond amount set.  Your family/friend will have to post the bond for you to leave jail or you stay in jail until the case is completed.\n\nThe next event is the arraignment.  The defendant is required to enter a plea (guilty, not guilty/responsible, no contest).  If you are entering a not guilty plea, then it is set for a pre-trial conference.\n\nDuring the pre-trial conference, the prosecutor will offer a plea deal.  If rejected, then you will be set for trial.\n\nDuring the trial, if you are found guilty, you will get sentence at that time or a later date.
430780
If charges are filed, persued and she is found guilty how long she will serve depends on what State she is in, what the exact charges filed would be, and who the judge doing the sentencing is.  Sometimes in these cases, depending on the jurisdiction, probation is possible.  Also,  what he did and his past record of bad/criminal behavior is irrelevant to how much time she will serve.
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If the perp had actually succeeded than I know that the statute of limitations never runs out on murder...attempted murder, I can only assume is relatively close...or it's got to be at least 20 years or something.  I would think.\n\nYou should be able to call an attorney and ask for a free consultation, or call the attorney general's office 469-241-6500, someone there should be able to direct you.
560869
If you are charged it won't be that serious since you are a minor, and it will come off your record at 18. Make sure your witnesses are at the trial, so they know you didn't start it and simply say it was defence and getting to a trial can be a very long time. The most that will happen is you would do community service since you are a minor and you didn't start it. I think you are looking for a compulsive liar (someone who lies non-stop).  Drop the money thing...they might say it is a reason why you beat her up!
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Everytime I get arrested(which is quite often and matter of fact the last time was Wednesday...Just got out Thursday morning) I have my "First Apperance"(which is usually held inside the jail somewhere) the next day or two, which at First Apperance they give you the chance to bond out and sentence you. You don't get your 'real' court date(in the courthouse) until at least two weeks later, but sometimes it can take up to a month or more. It sounds like what happened to your friend is 1) He couldn't make bond 2) They didn't issue him a bond, which means he has to stay till his 'real court date' at that time they will either give him time served and let him out or give him probation or 3) He already went to court and has to do his time period
522062
If you were pardoned, I don't think there will be a problem....especially if it happened 30 years ago and you haven't had any trouble since. Although, I guess it would depend on what you were charged with. My advice would be to get ahold of cusoms and ask them directly.
89085
Yes, charges could be filed. It depends on whether or not the DA thinks they can make a case of it. Whether is goes to trial or she is convicted is a different matter.
441261
I've never been convicted of a felony, but I was charged with a few misdemeanors when I was 20.  (Back when I was young and stupid in college.)  I could have had them wiped out afterwards but I didn't have it done.  You have to petition the court to get it cleared.  I would just call a law office and ask or call the courthouse and ask.  They should be able to get you your answer and the proper way to do it.  Personally, I'd would just own it.  Everyone makes mistakes, I've never been questioned about my juvenile record and I think if you have it sealed, it will just raise doubt and questions about your past.  Be honest and straight with people, and they will return the favor when it comes time to hire.
128368
YES IT GOES ON YOUR RECORD BUT YOU CAN HAVE IT ESPONGED FROM YOUR RECORD ONCE YOU SERVE ANY AND ALL PUNISHMENT YOU RECEIVE.  ALSO UNLESS ITS A FELONY YOUR MINOR RECORDS CAN BE SEALED.