Is there a statuary limitation on misdemeanor theft?

The statute of limitations in Massachusetts is codified in G.L. c. 277, s.63, which states in relevant part: "An indictment for any other crime...

Massachusetts law. 266/87/B

This is a misdemeanor. The B refer to the second way of larceny of leased or rented property mentioned in the statute, that is, by failing or...

What is the next step?

The likely outcome given the amount taken/recovered, your cooperation with loss prevention and with the police and your lack of prior record is...

Once my court fees are paid off [including the probation officer], how easy is it to get a disposition of the case?

There may confusion in what you mean by "disposition". Your posting suggests that there are probation fees to be paid off, which suggests that you...

A 16 year old can consent to sex in Massachusetts. Thus, a 40 year-old can have consensual sex with a 16 year-old without committing statutory...

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The FID licensing statute, G.l. ch. 140, s.129B states as follows: "(1) Any person residing or having a place of business within the...

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T\ry to seal your record. Depending on the age of the case, you may be able to get it sealed without having to go to court by way of a direct...

Here are the main differences: 1) a CWOF requires you to admit facts sufficient to warrant a guilty finding, whereas a pretrial probation (PTP)...

So im in a preliminary hearing process and i just got a job i wanted to know if it will show up in my background check?

This charge should appear on your CORI, as it appears from your comments that you have been arraigned already. In addition, since it is a...

How can I help to get my husband's domestic violence case dismissed?

Your husbands appointed attorney is correct. Asserting your marital privilege will prevent you from having to testify against your husband....