Do I need to have an attorney at pretrail if I used public defender in jail

You can do whatever you want to do. There is no requirement that you hire an attorney.

I am a 54 year old Disabled Father and I was charged with Shoplifting

Seek a criminal defense attorney in your county. You maye be eligible for a pre trial diversion program.

These two people must not be your friends if you are ok with having them go to jail just because they wanted to bail you out. If you don't pay the...

I live in NC and in 1997 (I was 23) I was charged with DV assault. Only thing on my record. How can I get it removed?

You should consult with a criminal defense attorney in your county to find out if your case qualifies for an expungment of the arrest provided...

Would my transportation felony charge of 30grams of marrijuana be turned to a misdemeanor

It could but in order for that to possibly happen you must hire a criminal defense attorney to present your case for the downgrading to the...

I was supposed to be on dui probation that time is up and I have not completed all requirements. How do I take care of this ?

Tell your attorney to petition the court to allow you additional time to complete your requirements of probation.

Do I need an criminal defense attorney? What are my options? Can I pay what's owed to stop all this?

Your experience with the Department of Probation is neither unique or unusual. Retain the services of a criminal defense attorney before things get...

Would it be legal for my mom, who is married to my dad, my siblings and I to move without his consent?

You should have your Mom consult with a Family Law attorney as soon as possible. Your mother and the rest of you can certainly move out without his...

My husband was convicted with attempted robbery and plead guilty. Can he get this expunged and what are his options?

Felony convictions are not permitted to be expunged in every jurisdiction I have ever practiced. I am sure this is the policy in Virginia though I...

I am in tve accountablity court program for a dui,I got a suspended license charge and missed my court date what can I do

Call the clerk of the court first thing in the morning and ask that the court date be rescheduled. Make sure you have your court paperwork in hand...