I appealed my obstruction of justice case because the judge gave me 10 days I don't have a criminal record

As you've learned, this is a jailable offense. You have the right to have a lawyer help you with this and you should get one. If you cannot...

Is this a criminal case or a civil case. Can he go to jail?

Assuming it's misdemeanor destruction of property (less than $1,000), they state has up to 1 year to bring charges against your friend. As a...

If you're that scared, why not try reporting it to the police and/or getting a civil protective order? That would make it a crime for the other...

A friend shoplifted from Walmart in Alexandria va (fairfax va court district) & is desperate to beat the charge, can she do it?

She should be glad it's in Fairfax and not some other counties. Like my colleagues, I strongly recommend your friend at the very least consult...

Diverson Program Fairfax County

I wouldn't say the best place for a criminal defendant to get legal advice is from law enforcement. If you are an adult and your case is in...

Since I am facing 5 felonies over 3 different arrests, but over the same alleged Incident, should I separate trials?

You are facing some serious charges, any one of which could send you to prison. You should have a lawyer for these charges. If you don't have...

Can I sue my soon to be ex-wife and her boyfriend for falsely having me arrested for an assault charge?

There is a civil claim called false arrest, but it requires you to prove that your ex and/or her boyfriend intentionally lied to get you arrested,...

Charged with theft. Is this my second offense?

Legally, it's viewed as a first offense. However, the prosecutor will likely know that you were given a break once before and be reluctant to let...

Yes, you need a lawyer. There is a misconception out there that says .08 is the legal limit, meaning that's when they can start convicting you. ...

A capias by definition is a civil warrant, regardless of whether the underlying court case is civil or criminal in nature. If you don't take care...