What can I expect my punishment be? 1st time I ever did a crime.How do I convince the judge I’m truly sorry

Your best bet is to hire an attorney, and look into making restitution. The goal is to keep your record clean, and an experienced attorney will...

Blew .16. Collided in to parked polce vehicle. Parked in the fast lane. Charged with dui will i do jail time was i at fault?

See if you can take this post down. This is a public website. You need to hire a lawyer. If you cannot afford a lawyer, ask the court to appoint...

As my colleagues have said, you are free to hire your own lawyer. Removing an appointed lawyer is more difficult, and if you are successful, you...

If your children-- both grown adults, according to your post-- don't want to speak to their father, that is their right. If they consider his...

Is search warrant valid if original issue date was october 28,2020 with my address i just moved to in january 1, 2021?

There is a staleness issue. But if there are a judge's initials and a hand written change to the warrant, then this looks a bit more complicated. ...

Perhaps other lawyers will disagree, but as a general matter, saying "I pleaded guilty to theft but I didn't do it" does not look good to an...

Should I plea guilty on shoplifting for 20 dollars?

Mr. Melton is spot on. Plead not guilty and ask the court to appoint a lawyer. Many states have programs to divert first offenders on minor...

I have an a warrant so how to docket it before I go to jail

Not sure how you "docket" a warrant. Typically, a warrant is canceled when the subject of the warrant appears in court, or an attorney acting on...

Can I get my sentence reduced or overturned?

You are talking about seeking post conviction relief. It is extremely difficult to withdraw a guilty plea, particularly after such a lengthy delay...

Can I go to jail for bank fraud at 15 if I did not know that thats what I did accidentally ?

You are rightfully concerned. Your parents are upset, and that's understandable. I think it is unlikely that the authorities will contact you,...