Will I go to jail for my first offense?

It often depends on many factors. No one can tell you for certain what will happen. If you hire a good attorney, the outcome is certainly likely...

This is a civil demand letter. This is not part of the criminal process. It is not actually due unless they file a civil case. As a result, I...

I'm told I can seek to expunge a retail theft record Feb of 2013. I was just laid off. How can I answer job applications?

The ability to expunge even a summary offense, was not available until recently. Fortunately, it can be done-but unfortunately, you will need to...

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This should not go on your record. When an arrest is made-you are fingerprinted and formally charged. That did not occur here. There is almost...

What can I do?

I agree with Mr. Walmer. There are charges other than statutory rape that may apply. It is a very serious matter. He would be in serious danger...

I want to know if i can still press criminal charges against my father for shooting me in 2009 in Indiana.

I agree with Mr. Hudson. I am uncertain regarding whether the original incident is precluded by the statute of limitations, but this more recent...

My Husband was attacked/assaulted at the grocery by employee's, should he be able to press criminal charges and sue the store ?

These are two very different questions. First, the criminal charges are up to the police and DA. He can contact the police or DA and explain...

Can i sue a drunk person that caused a accident even tho i didnt have car insurance and driving on suspendded license

This is better suited for the personal injury section of AVVO as you are not in need of a criminal defense attorney.

Who's responsibility is it in court to point out a state witnesses inconsistencies?

If this was admitted to by himself, then the lawyer did not need to reassert that. In DV cases there is almost always a person that wants to tke...

This is not a question regarding criminal law. You should repost in another section.