The federal government wants to charge me with larceny for $400,000.00 what kind of sentence awaits me?

It depends a lot on which theft statute you are going to be charged with. The Federal Sentencing Guidelines usually take into account the loss...

Is my life ruined

Possession of drug paraphernalia is a class misdemeanor punishable by a fine and probation for first offenders. It may carry collateral...

What are my options?

All persons over the age of 16 are tried as adults in North Carolina. You should contact a criminal defense attorney in North Carolina immediately...

I was charged of a class A1 misdemeanor assault on a female in 2010 I was given a court appointed attorney.

First, you should not put your real name on Avvo.com. In NC, no contest, pleas are treated almost identically to guilty pleas. A North...

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I'm 16. Can I be charged for talking inappropriately to a 14 year old?

You are unlikely to be charged for taking indecent liberties with a juvenile due to the close in age exception in NC.

I was pulled over in Virginia, but I live in NC and have military duty and I believe I cant make it to my court date.

Hire a Virginia traffic attorney as soon as possible. This is a very serious charge in VA. It is a class 1 misdemeanor and carries jail time. You...

This is first time offence. i got a citation for shoplifting less then 30.00 from Walmart. Should I get a lawyer?

Yes. You may be eligible for deferred prosecution and a subsequent expunction of the conviction. Any theft offenses on your record are likely to...

Can i apply for F1 visa through a U.S embassy while i m having a U-visa pending case ?

You may apply for an F-1 visa. The F-1 visa may be denied based on immigrant intent. Also, once you leave the country, you may be barred from...

I received a citation for speeding in NC. What should I do in court to perhaps get a reduction and waive insurance points?

You can most likely get this reduced to Speeding 9 over or Improper Equipment (likely with driving school) or receive a Prayer for Judgment...

I-130 in Nebraska Service Center

It generally takes six months to a year.