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You were charged with battery and the case was dismissed and now it is being reopened is that possible?
It depends on how it was dismissed Dismissed without predjudice means that the charges can be re-filed. Usually this is used when the Judge thinks there is lack of evidence for a conviction. If more evidence is found later, the charges can be re-filed. Dismissed with predjudice means that charges can not be refiled.
What will be the charge for the theft?
Usually, there are only two ways to charge a Larceny offense - GRAND Larceny and PETIT Larceny. The difference bewtween them is the value of the goods that were stolen and this amount changes from state-to-state.
What will be the penalty for shoplifting in Maryland for first offense?
Depnding on the cost of the item(s) you stole, shoplifting is usually a Petit Larceny offense. If you have no previous record and appear remoreseful enough you may get probation and/or community service.
What is the difference between grand larceny and petit larceny?
The value of the property stolen. It depends on the law of the state in which you live. Petit larceny is usually a misdemeanor and grand larceny is a felony. In Nevada, for instance, if you steal $250 or more, it is grand larceny.
What does it mean dismissed as without merit?
It usually means that the charges that were made, or the charge that was brought, is not substantiated/supported by the evidence presented.
What are the charges for possession as a minor?
Depending on the amount and if its a first offense, its usually just 6mo probation and a fine.
What is the difference between larceny 1st and larceny 2nd?
Sometimes known as "Petit Larceny" and "Grand Larceny" - - usually refers to the dollar amount of the larceny. It can vary (and does) from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
Can you get a prayerful judgment in court?
That's prayer for judgment continued, and it's a plea entered in a court of law.In traffic court, it's not an admission of guilt or a plea of innocence. If accepted, the charges are dismissed, but usually with a stipulation. Generally, the requirements are that you not get charged with a similar offense for a specific period of time, else you will face both charges. However, if the accused does not commit a similar offense in the time period, the record is expunged.In Federal Court, it's a delayed prosecution. After accepting a plea of guilty, the judge can find guilt without entering a judgment and have the court reconvene at a later time, up to a year, for instance. If the conditions for the PJC have been met, the charges can be dismissed.
Is it double jeopardy if the court dismisses the case before you go through trial and then put the same charges different case number?
Not usually. Unless a case is dismissed "with predjudice", the charges can usually be refiled and the process begun again.
What does it mean when a criminal case has been dismissed?
It means that the judge dismissed your charges. The prosecution will dismiss the charges when they cannot proceed in good faith or they cannot prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt at trial. Usually because there was a problem with a piece of evidence or the availability of a witness. Sometimes cases are dismissed during plea negotiations when a person will plead to one case in exchange for the dismissal of another. Sometimes the evidence unfolds and there is doubt that the person charged is really the one that committed the crime. Be carefeul, just because the judge dismissed your case doesn't mean they can't re-file charges against you, but that rarely happens.Added; Judges DISMISS charges - Prosecutors NOLLE PROSEQUI charges.
What is the difference between dismissed with prejudice and without prejudice?
It is an order issued by a judge actually dismissing the charges that were brought in the case - usually for some legal insufficiency, or lack of evidence, of the case itself. There are two types of dismissal: Dismissal WITH Prejudice, and Dismissal WITHOUT Prejudice. WITH prejudice means that the same charges cannot be re-instituted and brought before the court again,. WITHOUT Prejudice means that the charges MAY be re-instituted and brought before court again AFTER the legal insufficiency is cured.
What is the punishment for prowling?
There is no such charge as "prowling" the offense is usually charged as "trespass" or if done at night in a residential area, possibly as "peeping Tom" these and other similar charges are misdemeanors.
