If a minor, trying to pass as an adult, was arrested with a group of adults, would they all be taken to the same booking center?

In Massachusetts they would most likely all be taken to the same police station to be booked, however once the police become aware she is a...

I was molested when i was 10 yrs old. im 25 now can i press charges against the person that did this to me?

The issue of statute of limitations in child sexual assault cases is a complicated one. Most recently in 2006 Governor Healy signed...

I have a suspension for a JOL license speed violation. can i request a hearing even if i already payed the citation

Your question is a little confusing because you are mixing terminology from two different systems. The criminal justice system is the only...

Caught shoplifting at 16 and will be summoned to court in MA

The Juvenile Court will often allow a different relative to substitute for a parent at court appearances, however if there is not documented good...

Do i need a lawyer? I'm 17, what will happen to me and my 16 year old friend? Will this be on my record forever?

Your friend can only be charged as a juvenile as she was 16 at the time of offense. Even if she turns 17 before it goes to court she can only be...

If you are an adult (in Massachusetts that means 17 years old or older) there will be no reason for you to tell your parents. Only if you were...

What are the consequences of a VOP?

"VOP" or violations of probation can often have very serious consequences. In most jurisdictions a VOP can result in any penalty allowed for the...