My firend in prison do to a charge he didnt do. His daughter said he did and there no advice but has been moved to albany what h

A lot depends on the status of the case. Has he already been convicted after trial or pled guilty? Or is his case still pending? If there's a...

Do I ignore a shoplifting fine ?

Is this a fine from a court disposition in a criminal matter? Or is this one of those letters from a private attorney representing the place you...

What should I do ?

You should help her get an attorney so she doesn't go to jail for violating probation or for the new charge. And make sure she pays you back, too.

How do you know whether to go to federal court or state court in a matter that concerns both federal and state rules?

You need to be a little more specific in terms of what you're looking to do - are you trying to get the ACD vacated and reinstate the original...

How can I stay out of jail long enough to take care of my family?

The DA will ordinarily keep the offer open for a certain amount of time, but the judge won't allow the case to drag on forever. At some point the...

When does a new order of protection go into effect?

It's in effect as soon as it's signed by the judge.

How do i get a poor mans divorce

Transferring this to Divorce and Separation section

Rape and abuse over months. Is it too late for me to seek justice? Can I face repercussions for publicly outing him?

Depending on what actually happened, the statute of limitations may not apply. You can speak with the police in the jurisdiction in which this...

Not sure what you mean by "go away". You will have to appear in court, preferably with an attorney. As a first time offender, depending on the...

How do i get charges against my 17 yr. old son for possession of marijuana cleared?

He will not be placed on probation, nor should he have to pay any court fees. If this is his first offense your attorney should be able to get...