Minor in possession of alcohol will i need a lawyer or will it be beneficial to have one if I only have to appear before a magis

Yes, you should have one. You only get one chance to convince the magistrate not to charge you. An attorney can advise you of the process and can...

Will my case be dismissed ? Do I need a lawyer for pretrial? Will prior marijuana use be an issue? How long no alcohol?

You ask some good and important questions. Unfortunately, domestic allegations are never simple. You would be wise to hire counsel to advise you...

Will they arrest me for not going?

You made the correct choice. You should find a lawyer and do not go there without one. It’s impossible for any of us here to say what will happen...

Yes, you should do so. And try to do so as soon as possible. The criminal justice system is difficult to navigate without counsel and the potential...

Yes, you can call the court. You can also call his lawyer (assuming he has one). However, given everything you stated - it sounds like you could...

What can happen for a first offense class e drug possession charge? not arrested but got a court hearing for poss. Of gabapentin

You should obtain counsel to assist you. If you are scheduled for a clerk’s hearing, this is your one chance to avoid a formal charge. An attorney...

Expunged record? Massachusetts

Law enforcement will not see it if it is expunged. The question is whether you are eligible for expungement or sealing. Law enforcement will...

You should obtain your own counsel to advise you and assist you. Recanting can be complicated and could potentially place you at risk of exposure...

Looking for advice, I was given a citation for marked lanes violation and leaving the scene of property damage? What do I do?

While I agree the matter *may* be resolved at a clerks hearibg, you will need the return the citation to the proper court within 4 days. You should...

Will i go to jail , for going 78 in a 30mph posted zone.

Due to your age, and assuming you have no prior criminal record, you will not go to jail. However, unlike a speeding ticket or a ticket for using...