I have a prelim hearing in Nov, charges are M1 receiving stolen prop/retail theft. This is a second offense, likely penalty?

I can't emphasize enough how important it is to retain counsel in your situation. An attorney can be available at any time to answer your...

You can apply for a pardon, but that process will take two years. Under the facts as you described them, you would be a candidate for a pardon,...

What should I expect from a subpoena to testify for the state against a bar?

Without more information about the hearing to which you have been subpoenaed, this question is difficult to answer. Depending on the forum, the...

License credit declined?

Do you have any paperwork from when you got your replacement license? PennDOT is very strict in the application of license suspension rules. ...

Call an attorney before the meeting! I would recommend taking an attorney to meeting, if you go at all. Your attorney should contact the store on...

What do I say at court when I plead not guilty for a False I.D.? If I am guilty, why should I plead not guilty?

A not guilty plea can be changed later in the process to a guilty plea once an acceptable resolution is reached with the District Attorney's...

Underage Drinking Citation

There all kinds of facts that could "help" your case. Talking to a local criminal defense attorney will help. Also, many local district courts...

Did I give an officer consent to search my car

These issues are extremely fact-sensitive, so you need to talk to a lawyer offline about this. If the officer has your permission to be in your...

First time i get citation from police.

If you simply pay the citation, you will still have a summary criminal conviction for retail theft on your record for at least five years. Your...

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Roughly how much would a retail theft fine for a minor be? Also, will it be on your permanent record?

The fine- which could be anywhere between $150 and $400 - is not the issue. The issue is that this is a summary criminal offense, and therefore is...