After filing paper works for not guilty in retail theft (summary offence) case, how long it may take to get the trial date ?

Between the time that the officer files the paper work and the time that you get a hearing notice will depend on the Magesterial District court but...

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Victim of Nigerian check scam unknowingly tried to cash a fake check and now faces criminal trial, can he still ask court to

I suspect it depends on whether your uncle is represented by the Defender's Association or a private attorney appointed by the Court. If the...

Can this be a criminal charge?

I suppose technically it could be corruption of morals of a minor but if all you did was kiss and hug, you would have to have one pretty bored...

Can I transfer probation state to state?

California will have to accept supervision of your probation. Since she has all of her fines and costs paid it makes it much more likely that the...

Does a lawyer have to ask the defendant if he wants a jury trial before he agrees to it. ?

Your son has a right to a jury trial with certain exceptions. If you son does not want a jury trial he does not have to have one however he should...

Pd attorney $2000 retainer for DUI - controlled substance - he didn't show up at arraignment -hasn't filed entry of appearance.

I agree with my colleagues regarding the procedure but I do think that the attorney should pick up the phone and speak with you. If your stuck with...

Could a friend of mine switch 90 days mandatory jail time for a 2nd DUI to years of probation? Are there alternatives??

You can't trade probation in a mandetory minimum case for jail time. However some counties may allow you to do house arrest or other programs....

Should I have been subpoenaed already?

Who knows. If you are to be subpoenaed by the District Attorney they very often don't do things until the last minute.

What could be the possible outcome of this situation?

Don't communicate with the store any more and retain an attorney.it sounds like there is an excellent defense. If convicted the penalty and grading...

I have a second offence DUII know the charges already however, cannot get my driver licence suspended !!

First, If you are convicted of the DUI your PA DL will be suspended. If the commonwealth has offered a plea to a Reckless Endangerment then that is...