What happens now ?

If you receive a summons in the mail requiring you to appear in Municipal Court for shoplifting, then you need to call a lawyer to talk about how...

If you are convicted of DWI in New Jersey, then you lose your license to operate a motor vehicle. While some states may offer alternative options,...

Got caught at jcpenny, police didnnot involve ?

Sounds like shoplifting. If there is no criminal charge, or if you don't have to appear in Court, consider yourself lucky. If you do have to appear...

Will I be doing jail time ?

Consider applying for Pre-Trial Intervention if you haven't done so already. Also, address your concerns with an attorney in person to determine...

PTI is generally for first-time offenders. If there is a criminal history, that will not likely be a viable option. Whether you are sentenced to...

Why are cases downgraded?

A number of reasons. For instance, if there is a shoplifting charge over 200 dollars, but less than 500 dollars, even though the amount is...

Search and seizure?

If there are charges, then the procedural defense of filing a motion to suppress may be a strategy to combat the charge. Also, was there a lab...

Got pulled over for careless driving and Stop sign disobey in slow moving traffic.

These details should be discussed in private with an attorney and not on an open forum. If you wish to discuss further on strategy and how to...

What would the price range be for a lawyer if i was arrested with around a gram of weed and i had no previous record?

Call one to find out. Or, apply for the public defender when you are scheduled to appear in court. We can't give you quotes online.. Ask you...

Jail is possible, but not likely, depending on the circumstances. Your relative should be concerned about being convicted, and what can be done to...