Yes, your friend could be charged. Depression may mitigate his behavior, but is not likely to provide him with a complete excuse or defense for...

My sister thinks I stole from her and is threatening to have me arrested. I was NEVER at her house. Can I be arrested/charged?

Anything is possible. I agree, your sister has credibility issues, based on what you have said. But don't assume that she will automatically be...

If you are on diversion, you are not a convicted felon. That means he does not get in trouble for dating you. You, on the other hand, could be in...

Federal Legal Question About Law and Informants

Fascinating question from someone in the city where I was born... if an informant entered into such an agreement without court permission, I think...

Can Texas prove theft and my court appointed attorney seems like he's on there side

Sometimes a lawyer telling you that you will lose can seem like "he's on their side." But it can also mean that the lawyer is right, and is trying...

Why was I Pulled over and ticketed for giving the finger to a cop who was unmarked and tailgaiting?

On these facts, there was no crime. But the aggravation you now face-- defending, going to court, getting a lawyer-- is likely to make you think...

Should I be able to get a case dropped if I have 4 witnesses that say im innocent?

This is really unfortunate. You tried to be a decent person and this kid lied to avoid getting in trouble. But now you have a problem. You...

By not appearing for court, you put yourself at a disadvantage. You need to get a lawyer and start defending yourself. Hire an attorney if you...

15 is really too young to be dating an 18 year old. A 15 year cannot legally consent to sexual intercourse, and as my colleague suggests, there is...

Unless your grandparents want you to be prosecuted and report this case to the police, then no, you are not likely to be arrested or prosecuted. ...