What type of lawyer do i need to look for?

You may be eligible for a public defender or court appointed attorney if you cannot afford to hire a private lawyer before your court date. You...

I had a conviction for possession of Marijuana in VA in 2007. How long will this remain on my record? Can It be expunged?

Regarding any rights or possibilities or expungement for your mj conviction, you would need to talk to a Virginia attorney since it would be that...

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Do I have legal recourse if falsely accused of phone harassment of a female employee of a business I do business with.

This is not really a criminal defense question since you have not been charged with a crime. You may get better expertise and advice by re-posting...

Is it legal for your attorney to tell the D A something you told her in confidence

The communications between your son and his attorney are privileged. Statements from you to his attorney are not privileged. It is pretty...

Previously used 90-96 I was to stay out of trouble but recently got a misdemeanor. Will all previous charges be brought up?

Charges are not dismissed under the 90-96 deferral program until it is completed successfully. Generally, yes - picking up new cases before...

Friend is 21 and is thinking of having sex with his 16 yr old girlfriend. is this illegal?

It is not illegal because the age of consent in NC is 16. It is still generally advisable, however, that adults not have sex with minors--which...

How To Get Something Expunged

If you have never used an expunction in NC before, and keeping in mind you are most likely only allowed one in your lifetime, you can do this...

I accidentally walked out of Belk with a hat on my head, I was Issued a citation, and agreed to not enter again for 5yrs.

Appear in court on the date of your citation. Hire an attorney before the court date, or ask the court to appoint an attorney for you. How you...

What is the strongest penalty? and will this remain on her record for life

If there are no issues with the search that resulted in the charges, then your daughter's attorney can tell the DA that she is interested in doing...

Got caught stealing a $49 item from walmart. Was also charged with trespassing due to prior charge few years back. Can they sue?

Take care of your criminal case. Ask the court to appoint an attorney for you if you cannot afford to hire your own. Share the mail from Wal-mart...