If an accused offers the accuser an amount of money to settle a case and the money is accepted and charges dropped by the court,

Since you list this under criminal law, I assume that you are referring to paying the complainant (the accuser) money to drop the charges. DO NOT...

Can i get out of this with no penalties?

Whether you can get out of this with no penalties depends on whether you are actually charged; and, if so, with what. Best course of action: retain...

Answering the question in your caption, yes a person can be convicted of the theft of what was taken, regardless of whether he understood the full...

Rights of the offender

I agree with the assessments of Mr Dane, and, if you are anywhere near his location would suggest that you call him for a consultation as to what...

What is most likely to happen?

With the additional facts now posted, get clean, start attending NA or an out-patient program, complete all other conditions of the program imposed...

What is most likely to happen?

Respectfully, I am not certain what you are asking. If you complete the program without infractions, you get the benefits of the diversionary...

I agree with the assessments of my colleages, and suggest that before you try to get out of the program, you do a cost-benefit analysis of the...

Should I pay a fine from a court order from 10 years ago?

Mr Kaman gives you a wise assessment that you should consider following, or consult directly with another experienced criminal defense lawyer...

Why would a defendant attorney do this to his client.

I agree with the assessments of Mr Heyman, trial strategies sometimes do not produce the result intended. On the other hand, the result seems...

Should I seek a criminal attorney?

Stop giving statements that can be used against you. Seek legal assistance by applying for the services of the Public Defender. Good...