Hi I got caught shoplifting first time and got a summons for petit larceny, what happens? Do I need a lawyer?

The disposition the police officer was referring to is an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal or, A.C.O.D. Basically, the case gets adjourned...

It is possible, but with the record you posted, not likely without a trial.

Am I entitled to a desicion and explanantion as to why misd charges were disssmised by the prosecutor?

Generally, the prosecutor is not required to disclose his reasons for dismissing the original counts. However, if his reasons were related to...

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I'm out on $25,000 bail for a criminal drug case in Philadelphia. Can I visit my girlfriend who goes to school in Vermont?

Unless the judge specifically restricted where you can be, you can travel freely

I was arrested and fingerprinted in August 2012. I received an ACD with no conviction.

If the acd period is over is will not show up.

Iwas caught shoplifting at a supermarket in Bayshore. The police were called and I received a pink ticket with a court date. I

What you received is a desk appearance ticket or a summons to go to court to face the shoplifting charges. Not all criminal cases are preceded by...

Was driving my dads car and lost control of the car.

No, the fact that your father was given paperwork does not mean you have a criminal record. Your father may have received an accident report and a...

No insurance beatable?

Yes, this case is beatable. There are several defenses that are apparent in this case. You should speak with a local criminal defense attorney.

...execution of sentence....

The law assesses a fee that a defendant must pay after being convicted of most criminal charges. They are mandatory fees as opposed to fines which...

What is the likelihood the judge will grant a change of venue?

Highly unlikely