DUIs are not summary offenses. A second dui is mandatory jail. It is anywhere from a few days to a 30 day mandatory depending upon the BAC level....

My lawyer did not show up fo my arraingment and i called and the paraleakel for a contiuance ror august 6th i scared to death!

I agree with Mr. Thomas. There is not much that occurs at arraignment. It is unprofessional not to return phone calls. However, if the...

I was wondering if i could be relase from probation early to go to the army all my fines r paid off and court cost so could i w

It is possible and depends upon the circumstances. Given what little you have provided, there seems to be a reasonable basis to think that you...

I am not sure what "PBJ" is-it is unique to Maryland. However, the intent of the statute here in Pennsylvania is meant to cover diversionary...

Is 1-5 years in a state penitentiary a fair punishment??

It depends upon what his underlying offense was and what his prior record looks like. It also depends on how he violated, meaning was it a new...

I agree with my colleague. My experience is that when a hospital is doing a background check, it is to make sure they do not hire someone that may...

What are the legal proceedings for someone who shoplifted a second time when trying to get the first time expunged?

It will likely have no affect. If they are proceeding civilly, there is no criminal action involved. If the state somehow discovers this, they...

My wife got a ticket for shoplifting at wlmart My question is: She says she mistakenly put the objects in her purse , some left

I cannot really predict what will happen. At the first date they will likely determine if she is eligible for a public defender. Given the...

What can I do if I was subpoena by the defendant public defender to testify and I do not show up

Bench warrants are often issued to those who do not show and they are detained until they testify. Not always the case, but often. One thing to...

My register was short @ work $80 on my last day of work, I was not the only one on it, will they charge me with theft?

Who knows if you will get charged. I do not see what would really prevent them from contacting the police and having charges filed. However, the...