Can i be put in jail for being wrongfully arrested of disturbing the peace while on probation?

You are being violated with regard to your probation and that is based on the new offense. It is important that you don't lose the VOP so you need...

Got caught shoplifting at Macy's

Criminal court and a civil demand are two different things...albeit connected. I summons could be for a clerk's hearing to see whether a complaint...

I'm married and have a kid of my lover. He wants to get visitation rights.

IF he is the father of the child, he has certain rights and obligations. If not, then he has no established rights and that means that he has no...

The amount of alchol is not relevant. The penalty for a first offense is a fine NOT MORE THAN $50. But it also carires a loss of license for a...

I was caught shoplifting for 27.00 dollars and have to go to court. This is my first offence and have no record.

There is no question presented. As an attorney, I would advise you that a first offense as an adult (17 and older), shoplifting is not a jailable....

What would happen if you were pulled over in Massachusetts and the driver and passengers had been smoking a vaporizer of weed

I agree with Attorney Leary except for the possession of alcohol answer. It depends where it is located in the car and whether or not there is a...

Can I get a job with shoplifting on my record in MA?

In the full specttrum of criminal charges, shoplifting is on the low end. Try to have the matter dismissed upon payment of court costs; I am sure...

I was caught shoplifting in JcPenny. What action should I take?

All of the responses are accurate and well delivered. Your best bet is if you are summonsed to a clerk's hearing, as this is the best way to...

Attorney Redmond is correct...call the court. They can give you some answers. Call the criminal department and make arrangements to go to court. ...

What can i expect with possession over and ounce , possessio and intent to distribute and school zone violation ? first offence

I am unclear...possession of what over an ounce? Marijuana? The "intent to distribute" makes it a felony and is jailable. The real problem is...