Yes. It is a serious offense. The District Attorney could choose to indict the case and/or seize your car. Given the age of the priors they may...

FID card renewal in MA. 34 days after application, P Dept. requesting written explanation of criminal charges?

A CWOF is not a conviction, but it is an admission. As to #3, I cannot say for sure without more information, but it most likely is not a felony...

Abuse Prevention order; False claims; perjury;

Expunging all records of a restraining order is extremely difficult and not often successful. You must show the other party consciously set out to...

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Are there any grounds for a restraining order against me from an ex girlfriend?

I agree, a restraining order is incredibly serious and could land you in jail very soon after if issues if you are accused of violating it, even if...

Larceny of a motor vehicle

You will most likely receive a summons to appear in court. You may either hire a lawyer and have him or her appear with you or, if you cannot...

Yes, it is legally possible to reduce a felony to a misdemeanor. There are a number of ways to do it ranging from a motion to the court, amendment...

I was arrested for possesion of class A while on probation in MA. What are the consequences?

The answer really depends on the charges you are on probation for currently, the facts of the new case and your prior criminal history. The penalty...

If someone is arrested but charges are dismissed without a finding, does this still result in a conviction on his record?

It sounds like your son may have received a "Continuation Without a Finding," otherwise known as a CWOF. When he was in court he would have...

The Massachusetts "no-fix" statute may be of some assistance (Mass General Laws Ch 90 Section 2). The statute states: "A failure to give a copy of...

20 years old got caught shoplifting, what are possible consequences

What were the charges? A lawyer is always recommended when you are facing criminal charges. You are entitled to a lawyer and if you cannot afford a...