Do I need a lawyer and what do I do

Do I need a lawyer? This is a question I hear every day. Let me just say that you are charged with a crime and there will be a prosecuting attorney...

What to do if you're wrongly accused of child abuse?

If you believe you were wrongly accused of any crime, you need a criminal defense attorney. Consult with one about the charges for advice on what...

Can a person be found guilty of shoplifting if the item was not found in the person's possession due to a police search

Larceny crimes require "asportation" which is simply removing the item from where the owner placed it, with the intent to deprive them of...

Stolen check first time offense, clean record, could get dropped to misdemeanor charge? get an attorney or use a court issued ?

You're not going to get the charge reduced or dropped or dismissed without an attorney. Most criminal lawyers offer free consultations. Go meet...

I have been on probation for the past six months and have my final court date in two weeks yesterday I got a public intoxication

You are correct, you need some help. The new criminal charge by itself is a violation of the good behavior term of your probation, whether you are...

How do i get into the first offender program

Talk to you PD about the charges. You have to have the approval of the court to be considered under Virginia's "first offender" programs. Your PD...

Brother accused of false D.A. by his bipolar wife of 6 yrs. He owned his own home before marriage. Can he ever return home?

If he is out of the home pursuant to a protective order, or as a condition of his bond, he must abide by those terms. Once the case is resolved,...

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Show cause filed by fiances ex?

This isn't a domestic violence issue. You should repost this to a family law/child custody attorney. Good luck. Attorneys on AVVO donate their...

N.J. Right to a speedy trial? indicted in 2007, just received notice to appear for arraignment/conference. live out of state

You need to talk to a NJ attorney. Good luck. Attorneys on AVVO donate their time and your feedback is appreciated. Be sure to mark the "Best...

My husband has a charge of solicit minor by use of electronic or communication system

Absolutely. There is a direct nexus between the charge and the electronic devices in his home. Contact his attorney who should know how to address...