What can you expect at a clerks hearing and what are the chances of settling that day and not going to Arraignment

Attorney Caramanica is correct. To add onto his answer, some clerks in some courts may have you pay back the amount that was allegedly stolen (or...

Do I need to go to court to adjust child support payments?

While you two can get away with not going to court, the better idea is to enter a joint modification. You'll have to have a hearing in front of a...

Jail time for. Petty theft under 250$ ? First time offense

https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIV/TitleI/Chapter266/Section30 Up to one year in the house of corrections. However, with no...

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I need a lawyer

You do need a lawyer. It sounds like you are being charged with receiving stolen property, which is a misdemeanor that charges a potential house of...

Attorney Brooks is correct. It sounds like the store will not file criminal charges through the court against you - which means that you lucky. It...

First, stop talking about the facts of the case here on a public message board. If the District Attorney's office saw what you say allegedly...

Where can I find legal aid or a pro bono lawyer? I've had no luck in over a year and I need one asap.

Start with Greater Boston Legal Services - http://www.gbls.org. If they can't help I'm sure that they can put in contact with someone who can.

What is the level of 'Burden Of Proof' on the prosecution in a charge of negligent operation where there is only video footage?

Attorney Cowan is correct. The negligent operation charge is the one that is most concerning. Also, you asked what the burden of proof is - the...

Can I get sole custody of my son?

It sounds like you have a good shot but are you divorced/separated yet? Speak to a lawyer about how to proceed.

If someone got an A & B and I'm the victim, they had a no contact, stay away order can I report them if I contacted them first?

Report it to the police or the district attorney's office. You didn't screw anything up by reporting it first.

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