Is the Magna Carta still used today? If not, how would someone repeal it, standing alone or united peaceful petitioners?

Just so you know, this website is not intended to be used as a political soapbox to spout off your viewpoints. Have you been arrested? Were you...

How long do second offense shoplifting cases last? is it a short process as in it'll take a month?

Depends. Is this a first appearance? Are you pleading guilty or not guilty? Is this a DP charge or indictable offense? Do you need time to find an...

Do I need a lawyer to get a pretrial intervention?

Even though this is a first offense, you should still either hire a lawyer or apply for a public defender to represent you. Us lawyers know Rules 3...

I am divorcing for the 2nd time in NJ. Due to my children I would like to go back to my exhusbands surname. Will I be able to?

Yes, I believe you are asking to legally change your name. This is possible for you to accomplish. The process is a bit involved and requires a...

Should I be alarmed when my attorney gets very friendly with the opposing attorney?

Many opposing attorneys are professional with one another. This is part of being a professional. I am a criminal defense attorney who is friends...

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Whats the penalty realisticly

Before saying you don't have the funds for a lawyer, try at least scheduling a no obligation free consultation with a criminal defense attorney in...

I have a disorderly person's charge that was a drop down. I was never arrested should I apply for this to be expunged?

You should get this expunged by someone who is knowledgeable on the expungement process. You can always try to expunge your own record, but it is a...

I live in NJ i am the husband who owns a home.My wife has an intimate Boyfriend

You can either get divorced or try and work things out between you and your wife. Sorry to hear about the difficult situation you are in, but you...

The arraignment is not the time to be nervous, especially since you are represented by an attorney. You will be informed of what you are charged...

I was charged with forgery , uttering a stolen check and possesion of paraphernaila what can i expect

You are facing multiple criminal charges. Heavy fines, possible imprisonment are some of the consequences you can be facing. These can have long...