Can someone please tell me in which situations would a person be given community service as a punishment by court?

This is too broad. There can be many reasons such as an alternative to jail, fines, probation. It is a form of punishment that can often teach a...

You do not have to go and should not without an attorney. Often, the police need a statement from a suspect to make a case so you going down and...

My husband got subpoena to appear before a grand jury as a witness can be arrested

Could they...yes but if they are giving him immunity in the grand jury, which is standard, he should be fine. If he is really concerned, he can...

It sounds ok as the age of consent is 17. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association...

Can I go above the judge and attorney to modify my order of protection if they refuse

No. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association 11'-12' Hession Bekoff & Lo Piccolo 1103 Stewart...

My husband is wanted for attempted murder.

There's a lot here. They have to catch or indict him within 5 years and they can indict without him in custody. If they do indict, the charges...

Will petit larceny show on a criminal background for a job ?

You should check with the clerk of the court for the final disposition. If it was the misdemeanor, you have to disclose it and it would...

If an application asks if you have been found or pled guilty to a misdemeanor?

No--based on the wording you have presented. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association...

Does my son need a lawyer or can he do this himself?

He cannot handle this himself. He needs an attorney. He should not meet with the DA without an attorney present. Due to his age, he can't end up...

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For a criminal case, the scrutiny would be minimal. A character letter may or may not help depending on the case but it should not cause you...