What is a Felony?
A Felony is the most serious level of crime. A felony is defined as any crime punishable by at least a year in prison. …
No Contact Orders
If you have been the victim of stalking, harassment, or violence, you may petition the court for a Harassment Restraining Order (HRO) or an Order for Protection (OFP). …
More Enhanceable Offenses
Felony Threats of Violence, also known as “Terroristic Threats,” is a charge that criminalizes making serious threats toward another person or people. …
Civil Commitment: Mentally Ill & Dangerous: Indefinite Detention of Sex Offenders
Civil Commitment is a way for the State to force someone into mental health or chemical dependency treatment, sometimes in a “secure” (locked) facility for forced medication, or under Court supervision in the community with conditions to continue treatment. …
What Happens if I Violate Probation?
If you violate the terms and conditions imposed by a Judge, then you risk arrest and summons back to court to face a Judge. …
What Is Probation?
Probation is a period of time (or period) during which a Defendant is subject to supervision and monitoring by the State. …
Can I Ask for a Lower Sentence?
You can ask for a lower sentence through your attorney, presenting mitigating factors and arguments to the judge during sentencing. …
What Happens if I’m Convicted of a Crime?
If you're convicted of a crime, you'll face sentencing, which could include imprisonment, fines, probation, or other penalties determined by the court. …
What is a Pre-Sentence Investigation?
A pre-sentence investigation is an assessment conducted by probation officers to gather information about a defendant's background and circumstances, aiding judges in determining appropriate sentencing. …
What is a Mandatory Minimum sentence?
A mandatory minimum sentence is the shortest period of imprisonment that must be served by a person convicted of a particular crime, as mandated by law, regardless of mitigating factors. …
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