Can you go to jail for unwillingly committing a crime against your will?

Coercion is a defense to every crime except murder. Hire a lawyer.

I was under the impression I received First Offender status for a misdemeanor, but did not. Can I have it changed?

When you say you pleaded to a lesser offense than a misdemeanor, was it reduced to an ordinance? What exactly happened here?

What actions can be taken for my boyfriend who is going appearing in front of the parole board?

If he is in prison for armed robbery, he will have to serve every day of his sentence without the possibility of parole.

I believe I was wrongfully arrested for 3rd degree forgery. What are my options?

It sounds like an experienced lawyer should be able to get this case dismissed. More information would be necessary to determine whether you have a...

Question about a plea bargain & parole

Those type of agreements are sometimes, but not always, put in writing. Regarding parole, it is unclear what your friend is pleading out to here. ...

Since this is your first lifetime arrest, a lawyer may be able to get this dismissed. If not, there are other ways to prevent this from becoming a...

A bag of mine was found on the side of road with my information and drugs. Can I be charged for these drugs?

It's possible, depending on the other evidence or lack thereof. It sounds like there is more to this story. Discuss this in detail with a criminal...

Since you are entitled to a lawyer if you are unable to afford one, why would you represent yourself? Request a court-appointed lawyer. You may...

Will my application for reinstate of my drivers license be granted?

Based on what you have described, you should have no problem getting reinstated.

I recently got arrested for misdemeanor shoplifting. What should I plead on my court date to get the smallest sentence?

You can probably do better than using your first offender. I don't believe, and I could be wrong, that the military cares whether or not you were...