I am wondering if I can avoid jail for a first offence.

Depends on the charges, the prosecuting attorney's willingness to offer a deal, and the judge's willingness to accept a plea deal with no jail time...

Once you complete a pre-trial diversion program, the charges that the program was administered for are usually dismissed. If you have...

Why was I able to be charged when the reason for the stop was not valid and the search was of a car I don't own

Hire a criminal defense lawyer, and don't say anything else to the cops or DA until you have a lawyer. You may have some 4th Amendment defenses,...

How would a minor go about changing custody?

Not something you want to try and handle on your own. Your friend should discuss with mother, and if she feels strongly that it would be in his...

Can caregivers file anything to get legal rights to my child?

In law, there are rarely guarantees. With custody, the best interests of the children is the primary determining factor....not whether or not it...

He should hire a lawyer...immediately. And be more responsible with his driving. Don't drive tired. Don't drive after ANY drinking, no matter how...

How can't I get legal rights to co-owning a home?

For the purposes of a divorce, if the house was purchased during he marriage, the loan and title docs don't dispose of your rights...the fact that...

How do I stop mother from terminating my temporary guardianship of my grandchild?

It depends on the facts. Are you simply a legal guardian, a blood parent, a grandparent, or an adoptive parent? Custody is an issue reserved for...

When I fill out my form for the sheriff to serve my spouse, does she have a choice to cooperate and sign?

Speak to a lawyer. The cost will be well worth it to get your freedom.

I fired my attorney and i want to settled on my own is the possible

Possible? Yes. Wise? No. You may waive a right or put yourself in a bad situation. Keep in mind that now is your only time to get compensated for...