What should I do; I have a court date set for "Contributing to the delinquency of a minor"

You are in over your head until you obtain a qualified lawyer. Unfortunately, your AVVO question is so detailed and case-specific that it would be...

How can I keep this off my record? Charges with obtaining money under $100 from local department store I was working at.

You need a lawyer. Moreover, your AVVO inquiry admits your culpability in sufficient detail to tie your AVVO posting to you and to make the...

You will have no shortcuts around working closely with your lawyer (whether retained or court appointed) to reduce the possible harm you now face...

Should I hire a lawyer for my situation?

Of course you should obtain a qualified lawyer, with both counts against you being jailable. With your lawyer, you can include addressing such...

What would you do if you were me?

Your questions are important ones, too important to be seeking answers here online, and too sensitive for you to be making these admissions online....

How can i get a bond hearing for my wife

You seem to be saying that the public defender's office represents your wife. Hopefully that lawyer has responded by now about any bond hearing...

My friend was arrested for embezzlement, will it hurt if I reach out to him?

Your friend likely feels vulnerable right now, during this time when he likely will appreciate being reassured who his real friends still are....

How is drunk in public defined in Virginia?

Sadly, the Virginia appellate court decisions would include a bar as a "public place" for purposes of the intoxicated in public law. In fact, last...

House arrest?

The request can be made by the defendant or his attorney. The chance of getting such a request granted depends on the practice of the particular...

Such a possible or actual criminal charge is too serious for your friend to do anything but obtain a qualified lawyer very soon. All the best...