I picked up an ipad at work. My first offence in nj charged with 3 rd degree theft. Will I do jail time

You very well may have a defense to the crime. That said, if you have no prior record, you have a great chance at PTI, which is a program for...

What can I expect with no prior record and the intent to repay the victim in full! I should probably get a lawyer.

You need to hire an attorney or avail yourself of the public defender if you are eligible. There are significant consequences to your case. The...

How does the superior court decide which cases to dismiss or bump back municipal court?

It is not the court, but the prosecutor that makes that decision. Cases are often remanded back to municipal court by the prosecutor for many...

Can my daughter get a PTI in NJ, IF she has a pot violation-ticket in NY?

It depends upon what the violation was for in NY and what she plead or was found guilty of. That said, so long as she has not had a diversionary...

I've been on the run for a couple years for a probation violation but have no new charges can I get no time or my probation done

Call your lawyer on the case! Is this question for real? We are busy and want to help people! This question is with respect, an insult. Good...

My friend is lock up in Morris County jail. He has bail set at 0 for contempt of court. What is outcome of this situation?

Sorry, but I don't understand the questions. Bail set at 0, do you mean he has no bail set on him? Contempt is a 4th degree crime punishable up...

I am sorry for your trouble. But if it eases your mind, this is not an uncommon scenario. You need to get your son an aggressive and skilled...

Can I file a harass. charge against someone who filed 1 against me? Based on details below, do I have to worry about the charge?

The harassment statute is very broad and fact dependent. Regardless, however, there needs to be a "purpose" to harass under the law. If they can...

If you get a 5 with 3 for a weapons charge, does that means you have to do the full three years?

Yes, you have to do a full 3 years before you can be considered for parole. It is a "mandatory minimum" no exceptions.

2C:35:10b 1 time He did not have pot on him .His friend did

There if very little information provided, but there is no doubt that if someone is charged with a drug offense they need to retain an attorney...