The defendant was sentenced on February 11, 2011, to 90 days to 12 months on the simple possession charge and a consecutive 12 months probation on...

Whats the best thing to do if you get caught on tape stealing at wal-mart? 2nd offence

I agree with the first two attorneys. The grading for retail theft is based upon either the value of the property stolen or the number of prior...

If their is a civil judgment against you, the Plaintiff can garnish any bank accounts or other assets that you have that are solely in your name. ...

If someone is on probabtion and he violated 8 months ago for a dirty urine , and he get charge with a new probation violation

Probably next to none. The detainer means that he cannot be released on the new charge until he is sentenced on the parole violation. Most times,...

I was involved in an assault case from my boyfriend it has been 5 mnths he is already doing 6 mnths for violating Pfa .

As a former prosecutor, I can tell you that most jurisdictions will not dismiss a charge, especially in a domestic violence case, simply because...

How long can someone be held in jail for 2 misdemeanors after getting picked up for 2 bench warrants?

Most jurisdictions will try and see someone on a bench warrant within 72 hours of the person being picked up on a bench warrant. They will then be...

Do you think I have good grounds to modify the custody order? Also, I believe my son's father brother has criminal background

The answers to your questions may lie in the custody order. If the order contains provisions that include telephone contact and/or no disparaging...

I got fired from my job for return fraud no police was called and no court date issued. will i have a criminal record?

You would only have a criminal record if the police filed charges. If charges were filed, but later dismissed or you were found not guilty, the...

Can i withdraw a written statement i made to plioce?

I agree that you cannot "withdraw" a statement. However, it is not clear from your post whether you are a witness/victim or the defendant. You...

Behind the scenes

I would also agree. Generally, what goes on before a preliminary hearing can depend upon the practice of that county as well. In a lot of...