I was caught shoplifting for the first time last march but the charge was dropped to a disorderly person misdemeanor. Now todayI

The best advice you can get here is to get an attorney. No one can guarantee what will happen. The attorney can evaluate the strengths and...

Friend was caught shoplifting a $100 gift card in Massachusetts, what will happen?

The best advice you can get here is that she should have an attorney. No one can guarantee what will happen. The attorney can evaluate the...

Can I ignore a civil demand from Wal Mart?

If the police weren’t called then you aren’t being prosecuted. I generally advise clients to ignore these civil demand letters. You don’t owe them...

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I was arrested on top offense pl 165.40 (petty larceny) in NYC. Missed my DAT. Help?

165.40 is criminal possession of stolen property not petit larceny. Most shoplifters are charged with the petit larceny. Though possession of...

You can file a police report alleging criminal mischief and see if the police would pursue the matter. Whether they do or don't doesn't prevent...

Why is this guy not going to jail??

If he keeps making bail he will keep getting out. No one here knows all of the facts. You need to speak with the ADA that is handling the matter...

What is the min. & max for 2nd degree atempted robbery?

He can be sentenced to prison for a term of between 2 and 7 years or receive no jail at all. This is presuming that he has no prior criminal...

How do I go about getting my life back after 5yrs of being accussed of dom. vio. going to trail and winning but no money\lawyer

You should contact an attorney who practices family law. Most attorneys would offer a free consultation. Take advantage of that and see if they...

Completing a charge for probation violation

It could take a couple of weeks. Seeing as you have new charges you should have an attorney. S/he should be on top of any VOP that would be...

18 months ago charged with 120.10 assault in the first degree and 160.15 robbery in the first degree. what is statute of limit?

Once you have been charged the statute of limitations no longer applies (presuming obviously that you were charged within the appropriate time...