How much am I looking at to hire a criminal defense lawyer for petite larceny?

The free lawyer you will likely get is going to work with you for about 2-3 minutes each court setting, if that. They have too many cases to give...

I was arrested for retail theft. I've never been arrested before; what are my chances of getting the charged dropped.?

Likely see an ACD with a subsequent dismissal 6 mos later but right now you should consult with and hire an experienced NY criminal defense attorney.

What is the process for missing a court date and missing community service? Will i still be arrested?

You need to handle this right away. Get to court first thing tomorrow. Speak with the clerk of the court. They will likely calendar it again and...

Statutory rape no charges filed

He likely would have been charged. Why are you pondering this all of a sudden?

As long as they are clothed, albeit though, not in what many would consider an "appropriate" amount of clothing- likely will not rise to the level...

Very simple - if you are banned from a store for 3 years, you must stay from the store for 3 years. Don't make this more complicated than it is.

Barring something else, the money should go back to you.

Any criminal def. Attorney's in Suffolk county that take cases pro bono, or accept payment arrangements besides legal aide ?

Most lawyers accept some form of a payment plan arrangement. Why would you want an attorney to help you with likely the most important thing going...

Does a parent or guardian have to be present in court if the person in question is a minor?

You already messed about as much as one can during a police encounter. The only way to further dig that hole you are in is to try to handle this on...

The best way do do this is to hire a traffic ticket attorney. They are the ones who have the knowledge and expertise to make this happen. Is saving...