Is there no self defense at school?

For purposes of criminal charges, yes, you have a right to defend yourself. For purposes of school discipline, however, the rules may be different....

What would the charges be for shoplifting? And how could I get it removed from my records?

Take a look at my legal guide on Diversion Programs and what to expect in court:...

Typically, the sentence will be identical to a DUI sentence, with a few important exceptions. First, the usually will not be any jail time. Second,...

Request for a counter DUI Chemical Test refused by arresting officer, can the breathalyzer test results be thrown out?

Yes, it is possible to have the test results thrown out if the officer refused to allow you to get an independent test of your choosing at your own...

There is nothing illegal about a non -sexual relationship between a 17 & 13 year old. You need to be very careful because it isn't just "sex" as...

A nolle prosse means that your case has been dismissed. To answer your other question - yes, they could come back and reaccuse the case and attempt...

What type of lawyer do I need to file a lawsuit against the county for arresting me without a search warrant?

To pursue a claim of wrongful arrest and a violation of your 4th Amendment right against unlawful search and seizure, you would want to consult an...

How can I help my girlfriend? She was arrested for not reporting for her felony probation.?

The best way you can help her is to hire a good lawyer who knows the probation officers and knows the judge involved in her case. Then, everything...

What will my second charge be for possesion of alcohol. I am not on probation.

Assuming you are not eligible for a Diversion program because this is your second charge, you are likely looking at 6 months to a year of...

Yes, it is likely that his sentence included an order to have no contact with children under a certain age. In order to be allowed to have contact...