If this is a state case, consult a MN defense lawyer. If a federal case, several factors affect how much time a prisoner actually serves.

What type of fine or punishment am I looking at if It is my first offense of shoplifting,and it occurred in Dalton, Ga ?

Yes. ALWAYS get an attorney when facing a legal matter, especially a criminal one.

How Should I go about this mock trial?

My colleague made some good points. This sounds like a great learning project for you and your classmates.

Our courts system here in Clayton County can be confusing. The inmate's case is pending with possibly different charges than the ones he was...

I have a pre trial hearing scheduled for a date that I can not attend. Can I get the date changed?

Probably yes, but best to get experienced criminal defense lawyer to make it happen.

How is Michigan's one man grand jury not a violation of the fifth amendment

I do not know MI law, but I have never heard of a "one man grand jury." Furthermore, the 5th Amendment does not require that ALL crimes must go...

I pressed charges against my husband and i want to drop them what do i need to do

Consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney before speaking to the D.A. or your husband's attorney. You want to be especially careful...

I got a civil fine letter from Kohl's,for steaing. I didn't cited but got a call from an officer later should I be concerned?

What should you do? Hire a criminal defense lawyer! It will be more expensive in the long run-financially and otherwise-not to.

Can I clean my record of theft?

Yes, if you get a good Indiana defense lawyer like the one who answered previously.

The charge is not "drinking," but merely "possessing" an open container of alcohol while under 21 years old. Get a good defense lawyer and you...