I was just caught at sears for retail theft. They are filing civil charges against me. What will happen at the hearing?

If the police get involved you will face criminal charges. Otherwise, by law retail establishments can sue you civilly for the cost of protecting...

The grading and punishment in theft offenses is based on the items taken. If its value is $2000 or more it is a felony of the third degree....

How should I handle warrant from my arrest for 1990 possesion charge? Will I do time in jail? Do I turn myself or get lawyer

Hire an attorney before you do anything! The attorney can negotiate your case as well. A possession charge is a misdemeanor and if you only have a...

What can I do about a facility manipulating my juvenile son into making what I think is bad decisions.

Your son needs an attorney. If you cannot afford one go to the public defenders. He needs an advocate to make sure he is receiving proper care and...

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There are no set guidelines yet the probation officers are suppose to use their best judgement. There may be a history that has given rise to...

If this is the very first hearing on the matter then it is still at the district court level. The officer may be willing to change the suspension...

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Can a hospital tell you that a child is deceased and their really not?

The questions raised would be better answered by a civil attorney who specializes in hospital negligence. It is suggested that you redirect the...

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Possesion of cocaine

The police do not need probable cause to stop a vehicle, instead they need only reasonable suspicion. Therefore, I do not see a clear winner on the...

I have a disorderly conduct charge on my record getting this expunged....with prostitution charge withdrawn?

The Disorderly Conduct charge is a summary offense which can be expunged five years after you plead guilty. The prostitution charge may be...

Can I lose my license for letting an intoxicated person drive my car (with me drunk in the car)

In the event the intoxicated person is convicted of DUI, you will be subject to a drivers license suspension. You should consult with an attorney...