Do we need an attorney?

The best thing you can do is start with a consultation with a reputable family law attorney. The attorney will help you focus on the appropriate...

Opening a Case after it is closed

What do you mean by Dismissed? Was it Nolle Proseque'd, Dismissed after trial? If the charge was a misdemeanor Reckless Driving charge it would...

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Was my shoplifting arrest 100% legal? As in, did their wal mart and/or police follow all the "rules"?

The best way to protect yourself is to speak with an attorney. Whether the arrest was "by the book" depends upon the facts and circumstances of...

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Got fired for theft and agreed to pay $160.00 later on I got a summons for theft scheme less $1000 why do it say less $1000?

Maryland Criminal Law (7-104) is a general theft statute. Under 7-104 (g) the penalties upon conviction for theft are categorized based upon the...

1st time charged a DUI, complied with field tests. How strong is the case against me? What are my options?

Your questions and concerns are not going to be satisfied until you have a thorough consultation with an experienced DWI attorney. There are many...

Am I going to jail for shoplifting?

The short answer is that you do risk jail time when charged with such an offense. Without more information it is impossible to comment...

Yes. Second Degree Assault in Maryland is a misdemeanor that is punishable by incarceration up to 10 years. This does not mean that you will...

How can I find out information about my case which was nolle prossed? I never was told the details of the case.

You can try to review the Court file at the Clerk's office. As to your attorney advising not to push the issue at the time, I think that is was...

Can statements be suppressed?

That is a very open ended question. The quick answer is "Yes", however it will come down to the specific facts and circumstances of your case. ...

Driving over 80 mph in Virginia falls under the Reckless Driving statute. If you are convicted, it will be of a class 1 misdemeanor. A person...