When should charges be dismissed?

Though I don't know who your brother's attorney is I can ASSURE you that he or she is NOT collaborating with the ADA! The dismissal of charges is a...

I agree with my colleagues who have provided you with excellent advice. Be sure to follow it.

Petty theft charge

You need to speak with a retain a criminal defense attorney to whom you can address all of your questions and I sugest that you do so soon.

You will not be held accountable for his actions but he will. I urge you to have him talk to both an Immigration attorney as well as a criminal...

If I get pulled over for a OUI, and immediately ask for an attorney.....how can they say I refused a breathalyzer?

An attorney is not require for a breathalyzer test and yes a refusal can an will be held against you and can it can be introduced at trial as an...

Morally yes. Legally "No" as you won't be charged criminally if you don't pay it.

I recieved an underage ticket before probation starts for 12 months because of a DUI. Will this violate my probation?

Not if you got the ticket "before" you were placed on probation. But...you might want to wait until your 21 before you pick up another drink. You...

Fine or jail?

Retain an experienced traffic court attorney to represent you in this matter.

If you have a court appointed atty that will not file the motions you request, in a federal criminal case, what r your options?

Attorney Brosnan has given you a straight and accurate answer. BTW how do you know what motions should or should not be filed in the case?

I need a lawyer for forfeiture in a state case that went federal

You should look for an experienced attorney in Federal court matters here on AVVO or call the local Bar Association for a referral.