I may have failed to claim income while collecting unemployment. I may have been contacted by the state fraud division. Option

You may be in trouble. You should stop discussing this here, and instead contact a competent criminal defense attorney. Be prepared to make some...

I am in the middle of a trial for arson and I am representing myself. The judge says I am making too many mistakes so he won't

Sounds like the judge is trying to protect you. If you do not want to hire an attorney, you might consider asking the judge to appoint counsel for...

How long can the state of Mississippi have a pending charge of possession of a narcotic against me?

Do you have an attorney? If there has been no activity on a charge pending for this length of time, an attorney should see about moving to dismiss...

Should I retain a lawyer????

If you can afford to hire counsel for him, you should. Private counsel can almost always devote more time to this matter. Public defenders are...

Do you need a lawyer when getting probation revoked?

This is a juvenile court matter, and every state has a different approach to dealing with juvenile issues. But it is clear that a probation...

Was I supposed to have my Miranda rights read to me?

Your lawyer's analysis will control this situation. My colleague is correct, you should speak to him/her. In general, the circumstances have to...

I have a warrant for my arrest in maryland for an appeal that i withdrew and was released by sheriifs what should i do?

Yes, the Sheriffs made a mistake, but that will not buy you a pass on your sentence. I think you should make arrangements to surrender as soon as...

What can i do to help my partner who has been charged with sexual assault by my parents?

Your partner (and that is your word- prosecutors would call you a victim) is going to need an attorney. There is not much that you can do, other...

This is my first arrest. What is the best course of action to get my case dismissed on a misdemeanor marijuana possession.

You need to pick a lawyer. Base your decision on who you trust, not just what you want to hear. The best lawyer is the one with whom you feel...

You will need to speak with a detective in the police department in the community where you lived. You should also consult with an attorney. The...