You can expect your son to be prosecuted for felony theft. You don't say what the "mental issue" is, but such issues are rarely a complete defense...

Withdrawing a plea is possible, but often very difficult. With an "open" plea-- one where you have admitted guilt, but await sentencing, is my...

Sounds like you got a break that many people-- including police and judges-- will not think you deserve. I agree with my colleague that you should...

It doesn't sound like there is anything else you should do, unless there is something you're leaving out. If you cause an accident you are...

What should you do? This, in the following order: 1. No more posts on the internet, because police and prosecutors sometimes read AVVO; 2....

Self defense laws are quite unique in each state. There is often a duty to retreat before deadly force can be used. Some states have "stand your...

The interstate agreement on detainers (IAD) is designed to help deal with issues like these. But your boyfriend has to invoke it. And while it is...

You can anticipate that many people will not share your sense of trust and compassion for your boyfriend. If you have children, you can anticipate...

Not sure what ADA means (Assistant District Attorney?) but you should notify police. If this person is using EBay or Craigslist or some similar...

You need a lawyer. Stop posting details about your conduct online. Save that for a private, confidential discussion with your attorney. If you...