When does multiple misdemeanors make a felony? Does it have to do w/ ticket cost, severity of the crime, criminal record, etc?
Multiple misdemeanors do not necessarily make a felony. I say necessarily because I don't know every states statutes. Some statutes have first offense is a misdemeanor while subsequent offenses would be a felony. It takes multiple DWI before one starts being charged at the felony level but it isn't simply because one received 3 DWI that the third is a felony. You could have gotten all three in a three week time period and they'd all three still be misdemeanors. Most felony DWI statutes require prior convictions. So without prior convictions, in states requiring such, every DWI one receives would be charged as their first until they start pleading or being found guilty of them. Other cases, like stealing or passing bad checks require a certain financial amount before a misdemeanor becomes a felony. Stealing over 500 is a felony in some jurisdictions with stealing less than 500 is a misdemeanor. No matter how many times you've been arrested for stealing less than 500 it will be a misdemeanor until you steal something with a value greater than 500.00. In some jurisdictions 3 prior harassment charges, convictions, can result in felony stalking charge on one's fourth arrest. It's a different charge with different elements, such as three prior harassment convictions.
Will I get time in jail for a first offense misdemeanor?
You might. The likelihood is these charges were filed by detectives following an investigation. I would imagine that they believe there was some threatening or harassing behavior involved. If there is a domestic dispute, previous domestic violence issues or restraining orders issued in relation to the Complaining witness, that presents additional problems. If that's the case, the state is going to want some assurance, at minimum, that the complaining witness will be not be further threatened. If there is some doubt about this, they may definitely ask for jail time.You really need to speak with an attorney prior to any conversations with the Police or Prosecutors. You have to hire an attorney. If you have no money, contact the Legal Aid Society or Public Defender in city in which you were charged.
Does a misdemeanor go away? How long does it take?
How long do you have to list it might be a better question. They don't go away. After a certain period of time they are simply not relevant. A misdemeanor a year ago is certainly more ‘serious' than that exact same misdemeanor ten years ago.How long does it need to keep being brought up? That depends on a particular job and its requirements and how the question is asked. But it's always there unless dismissed or expunged or pardoned if someone wants to dig that far and deep into the past.
What happens after 90 days if you don't pay Rent-A-Center?
What happens after 90 days if you don't pay Rent-A-Center?My idiot older son just had an encounter with Rent-A-Center after not paying his fees. And it doesn’t take 90 days for RAC to take action.The first business day the payment was late, RAC began calling him.A few days after that, an RAC truck pulled up to my house because he’d told them he lived with me. I made his payment for him because he wasn’t answering my calls, either.According to the manager I talked to when I made the payment, if they don’t get a payment or cannot pick up the rented items in the 5 business days after the payment is missed, the new company policy is to file a stolen merchandise complaint with the police. That means at some point, a nice policeman would be knocking on my door, looking for my son. I did warn him that if that happened, I WOULD tell the nice policeman where to find him. (He was living in an extended stay hotel at the time.)
What are the requirements to become a state trooper in NC?
I was thinking about becoming a state trooper and was wondering what exactly i would have to do in order to follow through with it. Are there any college courses that I need to complete first? What are the physical requirments? Are there physical things that could keep you from becoming one? (sort of like the flat footed thing that keeps ou out of the army) thnx
What happens if you drive without a permit? How does this affect getting a driver's license?
It depends where you are located. Every state has its own driving permit restrictions.And those rules are under strict compliance. Possible consequences are stated below:The suspension of your permit. That would be a hassle as you will have to start all over again.They can even ask you to take a practice permit preparation but it depends on the nature of your case.You could also get a ticket fine for being driving without a permit.Some states add points to your driving records, which could be a bad start.The may issue you an extension to the length of time you must keep a permit before applying for your driver’s license.Rather than testing the waters, the best thing you could do is to carry your permit with you everywhere you go.Hope that answers your question.
How to become a police officer in Texas?
I am highly considering becoming a police officer. I'm kind of clueless of what steps need to be taken to become one.. As well as the benefits of becoming a police officer. I live in the city of Austin if it helps.