How do I start expunging a criminal record?

Each state has different laws for how to get a record expunged. Where I practice in Virginia we have strict rules that only allow for people who...

When can i expunge my record?

Each state has different statutes that govern expungements. In Virginia there is no waiting period for when you can petition the court for an...

I do not practice in your state but in Virginia a U Misdemeanor is an Unclassified Misdemeanor which in Virginia means the court can punish up to...

How can i change my court date ?

I do not practice in New Jersey and state laws are different from state to state but I would keep calling the clerk and your attorney. In Virginia...

I was convicted of one charge of felony embezzlement and wanted to know if I can have it reduced to a misdemeanor?

These are usually done through agreements between the defense attorney and the commonwealth attorney prior to conviction. If the sentencing hasn't...

Copy of court records

Call your attorney and tell them, that is your quickest and easiest solution. Otherwise go to the clerk. You could also try calling Probation and...

Fines went up. Why?

Could be an absentia fee

Can I be convicted of grand larceny?

You should certainly get a lawyer for a felony charge like this. There is a difference between larceny and concealment although they are punished...

What happens when someone gets caught stealing?

If the person is over 18 but under 21 then they will be tried in General District Court if the amount is under $200. If they are under 18 then it...

Can an embezzlement felony be reduced to a misdemeanor? No jail time was served and there were no stipulations. Was in 2009

Usually if a felony charge is going to be reduced to a misdemeanor then it will be done before the final order is entered. This is most often done...