What do I say in court after getting caught shop-lifting so that it wont go on my permanent record?

You really should hire an attorney immediately. The police may file a criminal complaint as the merchadise exceeds $250. The police could file...

I am a RN in ma who"s license was surrendered for 3 years for criminal offence which was dismissed in whole by the court

I have represented many nurses with criminal issues. As a general rule I will not enter into a disposition of a criminal case until I have...

I had previously asked about sealing my record, but now im wondering if I could get a re-trial in hopes of getting it dismissed?

I agree with the previous attorneys; but, I believe you should pursue a Motion for a New Trial. This is a situation which will bother you forever...

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I lived in Mass in 1986-1989 and during that time I was arrested. I didnt serve any time in jail. I paid a fine.

You will need an attorney; but, you may be able to avoid appearing. I have had success disposing of old warrants without having the defendants...

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I was caught in shoplifting case in march 2011 but do not know the case status and currently in india. How to get the status?

I suggest you contact an experienced criminal attorney to examine what transpired at the court and to determine what options you have regarding the...

My daughter just finished 1 yr sentence in ri. She is now serving 1 yr in ma. She was just indicted for 3 b&e's

Yes, B&E carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in state prison; or 2 and one half years in the house of corrections. If she is indicted, and goes...

Yes, he can be charged. Whether he is convicted is another question. To commit A&BDW there needs to be intentional use of unjustified force upon...

Your cousin should hire an attorney immediately. It may be possible to avoid criminal process if the attorney can reach the authorities before a...

I have a conviction for felony theft in Massachusetts on my record from 1995 and would like to have it expunged. How do I do it?

You can do it administratively through the Office Of The Commissioner of Probation. It will be sealed not expunged. It is not complicated but it...

Whats the consequences

More information is needed to respond to your question. Was the original Minor in Possession in MA or another state? If outside of MA the...