If a lawyer represented you on the underlying charge, you need to consult with that lawyer immediately. If you have no lawyer on this charge, you...

Would drug charge be 1st or 2nd offense??

"Taking a friend's charge" is very likely to be a huge mistake on your part. I urge you to consult with a criminal defense attorney who practices...

What things should a person due before court on drug charges.

Not consulting with a lawyer would be a huge mistake. If your friend cannot afford a lawyer on his own, he should seek out the local office of the...

Weapons with drug charges

If you are charged in federal court, use of a firearm in a drug trafficking offense will generally cause a defendant to be charged with a separate...

Do you know about a new drug law they suppose to pass to lesson your time for non violent offenders?

You may be referring to the recent publicity following President Obama's speech regarding needed criminal justice reform. On the federal level,...

He could greatly benefit from legal advice from a qualified attorney who practices in the court where he is charged. There are many possibilities...

Got caught shoplifting over a month ago from Walmart. Haven't received any notification about payments. What should I do?

Since you have not been contacted for several months, it is possible that criminal charges will not be lodged against you. Some states have...

Misdemeanor possession of marijuana and paraphernalia; What exactly to expect on court date?

If you are unemployed or have minimal income you may qualify for public defender representation. You should check into that immediately be...

What are the steps to petition the court for modification of probation terms? What are my options?

The best first step is to consult with a criminal defense attorney in your local jurisdiction. He or she may also be admitted in California or may...

I’m looking for an attorney that can represent me through the Pardon process to the President. Any recommendations?

I suggest that you search the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys website at nacdl.org. That is a good starting point in locating...