How bad is for a first time marijuana possession charge?

I would advise against challenging your stop and search based on a violation of your rights without the help of an experienced attorney. It sounds...

What type of punishment i would get for serving beer to underage customer at restaurant? Got Uniform summon from VA ABC officer?

This is not really something that typically would result in jail time but you should do whatever you can to avoid the criminal conviction. This...

Transporting minors across state lines considered kidnapping or will it just be a fine?

There are many problematic things about what you're saying here. If the police/prosecutor thinks that you purposefully abducted a minor there is...

Mr. Katz is right. Petit larceny is an offense where you can do an "accord and satisfaction" disposition and (with the judge's approval) the case...

Caught shoplifting in Nordstrom with concealed weapon (brass knuckles)

Most all attorneys in this area offer free consultations. It sounds like there is a lot at stake (your record, jail time, immigration...

I received a possession charge for maryijuana.when they only found a bowl and a flake of weed... I am wondering what is going to

Any time someone is convicted of possession of marijuana or enters into a first offender program for the same, a 6-month loss of your privilege to...

I have a hard time envisioning a scenario wherein this would go well for you. Best to just post a sign and/or contact the police if it happens...

Can a survey be used as legal evidence in a criminal court against probable cause/reasonable suspicion?

The general public's perception on what is or is not probable cause is not relevant. So, no.

Two part: Do I have a solid defense and is there a lawyer who'd be willing to accept or work out differed payment?

Most lawyers (you'll find) are willing to do free consultations over the phone. It may be possible (under some circumstances) to work out a...

2nd DUI in 5 yrs except honestly wasn't drinking or swerving like accused of. refused breathylzer cause wrongfully stopped.

There is not really a question here but your next step should be to consult with some local attorneys (always a good idea to see more than 1 - most...