If you really can't afford a lawyer, one will be appointed to help you, but not until after you are arrested and given a first appearance. That is...

I want to know if I can be charged with fraud if I unintentionally withheld info? Do they go to court over small amounts?

They do go to court over small amounts if they catch them. I strongly recommend coming clean and explaining your error. If you repay the money...

What are her options?

If she is not a US citizen she needs to be careful about entering into a deferral (first offender program). In Wake County, this usually requires...

Will getting caught shoplifting as juveniles affect our chances of getting into college or will it affect us in highschool now?

You were treated as a juvenile. Your sister was not. It's not optional. A 17 year old is an adult under North Carolina Criminal Law. If she is...

Will getting caught shoplifting, as a juvenile be on my permanent record?

It's not clear from your questions whether you are 15 or if you sister is. If you are 15, this will not go on your permanent record. If you are...

How likely is my case to be treated with leanency?

Being polite and cooperative with the officer is a good start. You can also improve your situation by getting a substance abuse assessment before...

What US states will issue a driver's license to a someone with a FTA warrant from another state for a non-driving misdemeanor?

None should. You are much better off resolving the old ticket than trying to escape it. Even if you were to succeed for the moment, all of the...

What happens when you go to trail

Without knowing anything about your case, I can say with great confidence that you would benefit from speaking to a lawyer about your case. An...

Court costs are $188. The fine will probably be $25 or less. I urge you to consider hiring a lawyer, though, as the real cost will be the three...

Can I press charges against my soon to be x-wife for fraud?

Contact the police or a magistrate with the proof that she did this. She is committing the felony of Identity Theft/Fraud, a Class G felony...