I have a misdemeanor charge against me for petty theft in CA and cannot afford a lawyer. how can i avoid jail?

You should ask the court to appoint you an attorney. Also, do a simple Google search about the local Bar Association in the city or county you live...

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Generally speaking, when someone is indicted then that person is being charged with a felony. Some states require that all indicted, and some...

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Talk to a local Criminal Defense Attorney ASAP. Most will offer a free consultation. Your money and liberty may be at stake here. Moreover, if...

Is this legal? murder self defense trespass shoot gun technical law application

I think you may have better things to do than pose hypothetical questions. However, I'll humor you. The state can surely charge you with murder....

What shoud I expect in a plea hearing with a U.S. prosecuter? I am pleaing to two counts of wire fraud.

Since you have an attorney, you should ask him all of your questions, and take what he tells you as true. If you'd like to consult with a different...

The answer to your question can be found in New York's Penal Law, Article 120. All types of assault are listed there. Here's a link...

Deferred action question, please help.

I would highly reccommend contacting an attorney for a consultation. Many Criminal Defense Attorneys offer a free initial consultation. You can...

Leaving the scene of an accident in Michigan legal if life was threatened?

First of all, do not give anymore information on public forums about what happened. All info you freely give away on public forums may be used...

Do I need an attorney for a misd criminal summons for harassing phone calls? Will an arrest warrant be issued?

Generally speaking, if you have received a summons you may be arraigned or you may have to attend a clerk's hearing. If it is a summons for an...

I need a lawyer for my friend but was wondering if we could make monthly payments instead of coming up with everything up front?

This really depends on the individual Attorney you may speak with. Some of us are willing to put clients on payment plans, others do not simply...