Rather than merely considering possible punishment, it is important for you to mount an effective defense with a qualified criminal defense lawyer....

What does "Level 1 Theft" mean on a background check consent form?

You may wish to consult with the lawyer who last defended you about this matter, or an employment lawyer. At my clients' request, I routinely...

I'm 19 and received a alcohol possession citation and do not have enough money for a lawyer.

Even when non-jailable, it is very important to hire a lawyer for an underage alcohol possession charge, or at worst to have a private consultation...

How do I ensure I'll get a court date within the next month?

You should direct your question to a qualified criminal defense lawyer. Ordinarily in Maryland District Court, the court date is not designated...

Is a dismissed charge still considered an actual charge?

You may wish to talk with your lawyer about the best spin to put on this case. All the best. Jon

What will happen to my husband

Sadly, the law generally allows a judge or jury to determine that one is guilty for possessing contraband nearby him or her. Also unfortunately,...

How much time am I facing & will I b violated

A good lawyer will have an insight into what your likely outcome is at any probation violation proceeding, and will keep your probation matter in...

I went out of state and I'm on probation and didn't get permission can my probation officer find out or is a report sent to them

One way for your probation officer to try to find out is to be reading this website and, based on your posting, to ask all his or her probationers...

My son plea guilty to a fire gun possession in a deal they give him what's next

In addition to the other response posted here, I add that it is important for the defense lawyer to know the judge's deadline to file a sentencing...

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Expunging records

A good Virginia Supreme Court opinion on expungeability if cases is Daniel v. Virginia, at the link below.