Shoplifting/concealment of goods is a class 3 misdemeanor. This means that there really is not a lesser offense that it could be reduced to. Also,...

Will I be convicted of a DWI??

If a field breath test was negative for the presence of alcohol then it sounds as though the cops suspect you were impaired by some other substance...

Will i still have a warrant if my motion to recalendar is granted?

A warrant for arrest remains outstanding unless the Court specifically recalls it. If you only filed a Motion to have the case put back on the...

Essentially you would be weighing the chance of prevailing at a new trial and thus avoiding the conviction vs the chance of getting a more...

Yes, there is a crime called "fraudulent disposal of mortgage property" that might apply. Essentially, they can come and try to repossess the...

Can they keep me on parole longer than my alloted 9 months?

If you have 9 months of post-release supervision, then that is how long you should be on "parole". It may simply be a practical matter of when the...

How can I get a quick contempt of court charge done on my ex for not giving me my sons passport? It's in an current court order.

This is not a criminal law question but a civil domestic issue. I will move it to that practice area. You probably need to file a motion to...

"Paying off" a ticket means pleading guilty to it while waiving your appearance before the court. You cannot pay off this type of case, as the...

Can a contract release be enforced when an employee is later found to have committed gross negligence, fraud or criminal acts?

It is a little unclear whether you are seeking to commence a civil lawsuit against the contractor or have them criminally prosecuted. I am going to...

What can I do about seeking a new lawyer if my current lawyer has represented me in the court case?

Before a new lawyer can enter a case (or really even communicate with you), the old one will need to withdraw. Most times if you simply tell your...