How do I convince my previous employer to (temp.) drop the charges so I can get a job/ pass a bg check to pay them restitution?

Once you've been formally charged, it is within the prosecutor's sole discretion to drop, amend, or try your case. You need an attorney to...

A judge may only hold a motion for Modification or Reduction of Sentence "sub curia" for five (5) years (provided that sentence was imposed after...

How do I Remove, from the Court File, Documents Improperly Submitted to Court in MD? Is there a Rule that I can reference?

The Maryland Rules of Civil Procedure require all motions and filings be served on all parties of record (you should have received a copy of your...

Can a creditor force me to max out my credit cards, to help pay down my judgment debt?

No! You cannot be compelled to borrow from others (and create additional creditors) to pay off a judgment creditor. If the judgment creditor is...

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The granting of a motion to dismiss is a "final order" from which you are entitled to an appeal. You must note your appeal within thirty (30) days...

Clean stupid 20y.o charged theft of , and conspiracy to, commit theft between 1,000 and 10,000; filing false report

Felony theft is punishable by a maximum penalty of ten (10) years. I recently represented a client in a similar position (felony theft, felony...

I need help with a Discovery Demand letter for a traffic citation; not having my turn signal on for 100 feet.

First, traditionally, defendants are not entitled to discovery for traffic charges (that do not carry the potential for incarceration). Second,...

Is my husband entitled to half if I inherit after I file for divorce but before it is finalized?

Your inheritance is not marital property. Just make sure you keep accurate records and perhaps keep the funds separate-- comingling in a marital...

Does the State help pay for witnesses attorney fees?

No. Although you are entitled to an attorney, the expense of hiring an attorney must be paid out of pocket. If you can demonstrate financial...

Reckless indagerment while driving drunk

I assume the question you intended to ask is: "What should I do?" The answer is: Get a lawyer. ASAP.