How long can a Petition for Habeas Corpus be pending in the US District Courts?

It is truly appalling how long a district court waits to give a decision in habeas corpus cases. For people serving a sentence, every day of...

What kind of trouble am I looking at?

You need to contact the public defender immediately and seek representation. The PD can give you good advice about pretrial diversion programs in...

You can be charged with filing a false report, which is either a misdemeanor or felony depending on circumstances. When your false report injures...

You cannot sue the state for damages for filing a criminal charge against you except in very limited circumstances. You can sue the police...

Is it necessary to appear in court in order to receive case disposition ?

Although the notice from Probation seems to con flit with the court notice you will be well advised to appear. It is your case and you should...

Do shoplifting bans from chain stores apply in other states?

The answer will start with a review of what the language of your consensual ban says. Macy's is a corporation and not a chain. It is vest to show...

Is a felony charge then dropped to a violation, still a felony charge you need to report for series 7 application?

It is essential that you give an honest response to the question. FINRA does have access to FBI records and the arrest will definitely show up. The...