It is likely that you can file a motion to seal your arrest record as it appears that you committed/were found guilty of an "eligible misdemeanor"...

When is the first time a suspect can speak to a lawyer?

If he already has a lawyer, then he should be able to call him. If he does not have a lawyer and expect to have a lawyer assigned to represent...

If someone gets in my face and calls me derogatory names, can I punch them

Absolutely! But I would hire a lawyer first because you will be arrested for simple assault.

How do I get my property back?

If nothing that was taken from you is connected to any illegal activity on your part or on the part of anyone else, and you have a receipt, I would...

How should I go about explaining my situation to the law enforcement despite it being against what they already believe?

You need to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney who practices in your jurisdiction immediately. DO NOT MEET WITH THE POLICE OR THE...

Is it a violation of confrontation clause to authenticate photographs by affidavit in criminal case

You went to trial without a lawyer? Bold move. Bad move. This is why you hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer -- to make the obvious...

/can i make a plea bargaain?

As a DUI 2nd in Washington DC -- they count prior convictions from all other jurisdictions, you are looking at a maximum jail sentence of 1 year...

What can we do? He has a government clearance and we thought he could lose it for stealing the money.?

You certainly need to hire a probate attorney. However, when you say that you and your siblings "appointed" your brother to handle the estate, was...

What will happen, what should I do

First of all, please be quiet. Do not make any statements to anyone, especially anyone you work with or the police. Second, call an experienced...

Being jailed I know is the worst outcome. What are other outcomes that can a private attorney try to get

Outcomes run the gamut from jail (which you know) to outright dismissal of the charges. If there is a conviction, other than jail outcomes could be...