Take the plea or fight the ticket? I have been offered reduction 2 points and $200 fine for cellphone use but I am innocent

You have the right to take it to trial. Factual guilt or innocence is different from legal guilt or innocence. The only thing that matters in court...

Charge with a petty theft, dismissed and sealed case, Working in a private employers but every year background check!

It's always a possibility that they'll see the arrest - including the charges. Fortunately for you it was dismissed. You should go to the court &...

You should hire an attorney. The fact the officer got the fine wrong is irrelevant. They're paid to enforce the law - not interpret it or set the...

I kicked a dent in the back of someone's vehicle how much time will I get plus it's my first time in trouble.

If this is your first offense & there's no other aggravating circumstances chances are a criminal defense lawyer can get this reduced or even...

Early probation termination

It's always "possible" to get an early release. But that's not going to happen unless you did everything they asked (paying fines, community...

What type of goverment agecies can see the charges if they do the background checks

The government already knows about it. If you don't disclose it, they'll think you're lying & have integrity issues. One arrest by itself - if...

Can a family court judge award a father 17% of his salary for 2 of his children?

If the father's income is below the "self support reserve" (currently $15,889.50/yr) the judge can alter the typical support percentages. If she...

I am a freshman in college and I was wondering how do I go about getting my father to help pay for college?

It might depend on the support agreement between your parents. Ask your mom for a copy & get an initial consultation with a family lawyer. If it's...

If this is your first offense a lawyer can likely negotiate a non criminal resolution, like an ACD or MIP. Jail time probably isn't on the table....

If this is his first offense, he might be able to get a good resolution. Witness statements might help if he actually wasn't involved in the...