I think that a careful assessment is needed to determine your next move. I am not sure I would jump to getting a harassment order. I would want to...

Your best course of action may be to call your original attorney on the case. A probation officer sometimes issues a violation at the very end of a...

Minor kid uses found credit card by mistake

You should let your parents know because they may want to contact an attorney to get on top of the situation. There are a few laws which your...

The defense attorney may want to get your version of what happened. He or she may also be looking to understand what you want to have happen on the...

In Massachusetts, you can petition the Governor to pardon your underlying offense. The Parole Board's website states that, "The Parole Board first...

I will assume from the way you phrased your question that you are a citizen. If you are not a citizen then the answer is more complicated. To...

Call the Children and Family Law division of the Committee for Public Counsel Services. The main number is 617-482-6212. Tell them you want to...

Should I turn myself in to avoid harsh consequences?

Do not speak to anyone about this alleged crime and you should absolutely not “report yourself” at this time. The first thing you should do is try...

If you were appointed an attorney at your trial then you probably qualify for appointed counsel on appeal. You should call the Massachusetts Post...

It is possible that this could be charged as a crime called Use Without Authority. This carries a potential penalty of a term of probation to a...