300 grams caught with but 8 grams is pure, do this impact a sentenced already handed down to the individual

The 284 number is what counts not the 8 and in the larger scheme of things it doesn't make a difference how pure it was for sentencing (to the...

I signed a contract with a criminal attorney and paid half of the flat fee. Can I change my mind?

Lawyers have to earn their fees, even in flat fee arrangements (which is common in crimi al cases). If the lawyer hasn't don't the work to justify...

Shoplifting from macys

Sound like he has a lot to worry about. He should get himself a criminal defense attorney ASAP. He shouldn't say or do anything without an attorney.

If you were arrested you may be looking at more than just a fine, as the criminal consequences are pretty serious. If you were not arrested and...

Letter from Palmer, Reifler, Assc........

The letter from Palmer etc. is a legalized extortion letter. I generally advise clients to ignore these civil demand letters. You don't owe them...

Shoplifting from macys Sacramento ca

Sound like he has a lot to worry about. He should get himself a criminal defense attorney ASAP. He shouldn't say or do anything without an attorney.

Assault in the 3rd degree first offence can the person get off with just a fine?

Yes it's possible but you should make sure you have an attorney nonetheless. Don't even think about trying to navigate the criminal justice system...

Two years ago i was caught shop lifting at MACYS,

Based on what you describe, you weren't arrested, prosecuted or convicted. As such you don't have a criminal record whatsoever and it wouldn't show...

Miranda rights for a juvenile

Because of his age he is not considered a juvenile. There is no requirement that a parent be present during questioning. The police gave him his...

If an 18 year old (victim during past years) reports molestation to the police, are his/her parents notified?

Nothing requires them to be notified but it is more than likely that they will find out during the course of the investigation.