So I was arrested for shoplifting a couple of days ago what should I expect when going to court

If you were arrested "a couple of days ago," and you presumably bonded out of jail, then your next court date will be an arraignment. You will be...

This is for his lawyer to handle. If he's dissatisfied with the public defender ["pd"], he should complain to the pd's supervisor and to the...

Trying to figure out what to do now

Help him hire a good lawyer. One lawyer could handle all 3 cases. Your claim of "not pressing any charges" is of no avail. Once the police were...

How to deal with 5 year old charges...that have not went to trial, and reported by the superior court to be a dead docket?

This should have been dealt with years ago by his attorney. Go back to that attorney or hire a new one.

How much will you charge me to take my case which is felony theft by taking or can you recommend someone who fees are not high.

Follow the suggestions given by my colleagues.

Case dismissed, now what?

If the clerk said the case is dismissed, the question is whether the judge's actual dismissal order has been filed in the clerk's office. That is...

Is it possible to get off parole early?

Yes, it's possible. Talk to your parole officer. If s/he refuses, hire a lawyer to file the appropriate motion. The final decision is the judge's.

A trial schedule is typically disclosed at arraignment. This is a question for his lawyer. Surely he has one, after a year in jail.

Probation Revocation hearing?

The judge may or may not send you to jail. Yes, you absolutely need a lawyer. Many of us offer free consultations and affordable payment plans.

Am i eligable for a probation bond in the city of madison ga county is Morgan?

The new charge is a violation of your probation. A hold will likely be placed on the bond for your new charge. The best way to deal with this is...