It is an "instrument" created to determine whether an offender is at risk to re-offend. There are a number of factors that are used to predict...

I was caught shoplifting they took my purse with everything in it but no identification but got license plate but was not my car

It looks like someone is going to be charged. I think you want to make sure it is not your mother. I suggest that you meet with an experienced...

IF I HAVE A LAWYER FOR MY PRO BATON HEARING WHAT ARE MY CHANCES OF NOT GOING TO prison?

Your chances of avoiding prison are better with an experienced, hard working defense counsel than they are without one. Good luck to you.

I am being charges for a Misdemeanor Larceny and need to know what to expect.

This is a serious charge. You need to retain an experienced criminal attorney to fight it, and to help protect your record. Don't try to do this...

Can a lawyer help you get out of a 10 year sentence

I suspect that what you really want to know is whether 7500 dollars is a reasonable fee, and will he avoid prison. No one can tell you the answer...

What kind of lawyer would I need and should I get one now?

You need to get an attorney with experience in dealing with CPS, as well as criminal defense issues. This is tricky, because CPS can put a lot of...

Problems with parole officer being fair

Why is this unfair? Because you don't like it? Your charge and your unsuccessful experience with the polygraph do not give you much bargaining...

Oregon - Can CPS obtain medical/psychiatric records without warrant?

Confidential health care records are difficult to obtain. Difficult, but not impossible. If you have been falsely accused, you should retain an...

What happens in court if you have an oustanding warrent for failue to appear in a different state

It will depend on the nature of the warrant. The more serious the charge, the more likely that the other state will want you back. I agree with...

After a DV case from my wife 2 years ago was dropped i pled guilty to damage property and never followed thru with my punishment

It really is not a matter of your wife forgiving you, not at this point. It is about living up to the agreement that you made. AVVO is really not...