I had a prior arrest years ago which resulted in an ACD. I have since been arrested again. Will the prior arrest/ACD show up

It probably won't show up on your rap sheet, but if it is in the same jurisdiction as the prior arrest, the DA might know about it.

Paying fine to store before shoplifting case dismissed is admitting of guilt?

You should be asking these questions to your lawyer, that's what he or she is paid for. The deal seems a little odd, but if the case will be...

Boyfriend got a dui. How bad is this

It is certainly something that he will need an attorney for. The outcome will partially depend upon the specific circumstances of his interaction...

Sentenced without a hearing?

Someone can decide to plea guilty, thereby avoiding a trial. But in this scenario, listen to his attorney, he probably has a future court date,...

It may if part of the deal was that your nephew testify against the others. But if he is already serving time, then he probably won't be forced to...

How should I handle this peculiar situation?

Did your lawyer explain to you what an ACD is. You don't plea guilty to anything, and if you stay out of trouble for 6 months, the case will be...

Can a legal aid negotiate a plea bargain or with the judge concerning the penalties?

If you plea guilty to a misdemeanor, you can get up to 3 years probation. A Legal Aid attorney can negotiate for you if you cannot afford to hire...

Question for background check by private potential employer ?

You need to post this question to NJ attorneys, since it involves NJ laws.

Prison inmate lawsuit

An inmate can sue non-prison officials. You don't lose the right to start a lawsuit by being in prison. However, it is harder to do what needs to...

Does my court case seem seem strong enough to take to trial and be dismissed?

You absolutely need a good trial lawyer to fight for you, and if you are innocent, you should not accept any sort of plea deal. But you should...