When arrested do you have to have your rights read to you

This is a fiction based upon television. An arrest has nothing to do with Miranda warnings. Miranda relates only to custodial interrogation. In...

Daughter lost Ind. I.D. and some one someone use it to purchase illegal prescriptions and now she is being charged.

Get a lawyer ASAP. If you cannot afford one, she is entitled to a public defender, since she has already been arrested. If there is credible...

What will happen if I don't pay shoplifting fine?

These civil demand letters are sent all of the time. In theory, they could sue you. They rarely do, if for no other reason than that it is...

What attorney can handle this matter

Civil rights attorneys and those who specialize in mental health issues are the types of attorneys you should contact.

My employer is saying i stole but i didnt and now she has took out a warrant for theft by deception how much time will i get?

First of all, one has to be convicted before they "get time." If you know that you are likely to be arrested, get an attorney now. Explain to...

Compliance with bail is important. Its not optional. His attorney should have been notified of the problem, and if necessary, have explained to...

I was involved in an auto accident and need some legal advice on how to proceed as I was ticketed a misdemeanor offense.

If these facts are true, why would you simply admit fault and plead guilty to a crime? That makes no sense. Instead, hire an attorney and explain...

Should I report my parents firearms missing?

If someone's licensed and lawfully possessed firearms are stolen, it should be reported. You never know where those firearms will turn up or if...

If you have been the victim of crime as serious as this one, you should strongly consider reporting to the police. You may also speak to a lawyer...

What can be done at pretrial?

Family Court issues involving custody of children revolve around one question: what is in the best interest of the child. With that...