I was the passenger of my friends vehicle when she got pulled over. The officer asked my name and I gave him a different name.

Hillsboro can be a tough court. Frank is a fair prosecutor though. False information will likely end up as a disorderly persons offense. If the...

2C:12-1A1 is a simple assault. It is a disorderly persons offense, All DPs have a maximum 180 days in the county jail, $1000 fine plus assessments...

I let my friend drive my car. I thought she had a license, she hit three parked cars. will my car insurance get dropped?

You have some serious potential problems. I say potential because you may not have any. Allowing a suspended driver to operate your vehicle is a...

Am I required to declare zero point traffic offenses to my insurance company?

I am not sure of the answer to this question. Perhaps one of my colleagues knows for certain. Your carrier may require disclosure of events. They...

I agree with Mr. Mark. On a first offense disorderly persons theft charge you could do jail time but it is highly unlikely. With restitution paid...

Can your parent stop you from testifying in court as a witness?

Assault and harassment charges by a juvenile are heard in Elizabeth in Superior Court Family part. You need a lawyer. If your parents will not hire...

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Is my 17 years old have to go to court after being caught shoplifting in PA this is her first offense.

In NJ juvenile cases are heard in the county of residence of the juvenile not where the incident took place. But I do not know PA law. You need to...

Was wondering if someone help in a criminal case?

I agree with Mr. Mark. Ask your attorney to contact criminal case management in Essex and find out the status of the case. That is a start. You do...

I agree with my colleagues. In Irvington the court does not appeciate blow off your sentence. You could be in big touble. The community service...

I was arrested for shop lifting for $53 and admitted guilt to police but when I went to court prosecutor advised me to state

Mr. Mark is correct. Apply for the PD. The prosecutor may be hinting the case can be dismissed because the amount is so small. The PD will be...