If you are a minor and get caught stealing what are your options of being in trouble and for how long?

It depends on whether this is your first offense or do you have a significant criminal record. If you are charged with a misdemeanor and this is...

My colleagues are correct. You need to contact your probation officer. When you were sentenced and first met with your PO, you should have been...

An I get house arrest for driving under suspension?

With certain exceptions such as mandatory sentences, the sentence is up to the discretion of the judge. You were smart in filing an appeal to the...

Failure to Appear for DUI

Generally, when someone fails to appear for a court listing, the court will issue a bench warrant. If the person is on bail, the court can revoke...

Question about Fleeing and eluding

It is not necessary to have video or independent witnesses to obtain a conviction. The police officer's testimony can be enough. Your friend...

What do I do in court?

You should contact an attorney when you receive the letter and review the matter with him/her. It does not appear that the store reported the...

Retail Theft in PA

I concur with Mr. Zucker's assessment. This is too important of an issue to handle yourself. You need to retain a qualified criminal defense...

Can u be asked to come turn urself in to the police without getting a letter or something telling u what u r being charged for?

You should hire a crimianl defense attorney as soon as possible. Even though you have not been charged, you should contact an attorney. People...

What is the usual punishment for, attempted burglary, attempted criminal trespass, and prowling and loitering at night.

You are facing serious charges. If you are found guilty, you could have felony convuctions on your record. If what you say is correct, it sounds...

My husband needs to file an felony appeal, and his public defender does not want to do it, what do we do?

At a minimum, the PD should file the appeal to protect your husband's rights. Mr. Zucker is correct about contacting the PD's office and asking...