How do I handle the situation of summary retail theft in the amount of $125 with prior non retail theft criminal record?

It may be possible to negotiate and agreement with the Court where you complete a retail theft education program in return for a dismissal of the...

Whether or not you have valid defenses will depend upon a careful and thorough evaluation of the facts and circumstances regarding your case. Keep...

If you are concerned about the consequences of having a conviction for disorderly conduct on your record, I would retain a local criminal defense...

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Can I sue the American Red Cross/Ohio State Patrol(Who arrested me)?

As stated by my colleague, immediately stop discussing details regarding a criminal incident online. Hire a criminal defense attorney to defend the...

How do I resolve this matter without going to jail?

A criminal defense attorney can fax paperwork to Pittsburgh Municipal Court requesting cancellation of the warrant and the scheduling of a hearing...

You need to retain a lawyer who may be able to make arrangements to get you turned in and your bond reinstated. Depending on the facts, a Habeas...

Can someone who has received ARD (Pa) in the past (2006) for a theft charge receive ARD a 2nd time for a 2nd theft charge (2017)

The look back period is 10 years, so there is nothing precluding her from receiving ARD in 2006 and 2017. The retail theft charge is most likely a...

Can I receive a citation for driving suspended without personal contact or traffic stop

Yes, drivers can be cited for driving infractions without having been the subject of a traffic stop. However, they must prove beyond a reasonable...

Yes, there's nothing I'm aware of that prevents a police officer from filing a citation when the events were observed when he was off duty. With...

Under the school bus statute, if a police officer did not witness the infraction, the school bus driver must prepare a written report and provide...