How to know my criminal background?

You probably do not have a criminal record. Petty shoplifting is often handled by store security without involving the police or the courts. It...

What law protects a 15 year old from being taken to court?

It is possible that you violated the Massachusetts wiretap statute, contain in General Laws Chapter 272, Section 99. That law makes it a crime to...

Can one be charged with drug conspiracy for purchasing marajuana?

Your question raises a commonly confused situation in MA. While it is not a criminal act to possess under 1oz of marijuana for personal use, it is...

Is it possible to Vacate a restraining order that is still active on a Felon? I am the plaintiff. Massachusetts Law.

You are the plaintiff in the case, and the holder of the restraining order. If you want to have the RO vacated, you can ask the court to do so. ...

My partner and I received summons for an arraignment for criminal complaint of assault, what is likely going to happen to us?

You both will likely be arraigned of the charges. At arraignment, the court will give you a further date to return for a pretrial conference. If...

You can order an electronic copy of your own CORI from the state's iCORI website. It will cost you $25. I've included a link to the website. ...

What should I do about a civil demand thats been sent to an attorneys office? Payment is 250.00 for shoplifting.

Ignore the letter. The law firm is hoping that for 1 in every 100 recipients will pay, thereby making it a cost-effective endeavor. It will cost...

Need help to save my husband from criminal case booked on him

You need to hire an attorney as in as possible. It appears that your husband is held on bail. If you post the bail, then your husband can be...

I have 2 class D possessions on my cori report (1988-89), can I have them expunged in order to obtain a LTC licence?

Expungement is extremely unlikely, as this remedy is reserved for cases where someone has stolen your identity. If this is the case for your 2...

Am I liable to pay back a bail amount?

You aren't liable for any additional bail. If the defendant defaults, you may lose your bail, but it's not automatic. If he gets arrested again,...