So do I need a high paid lawyer for this case or can a public defender do him just as good in this matter?

The answer to your question is really determined by your financial situation. If you can't afford an attorney, you are entitled to a public...

If you agree, how can this be corrected?

Ms. Polster is correct. Additionally, if you have prior shoplifting charges on your record, it's possible that you got bumped to a felony based on...

Why is it necessary for me to accompany my 20 year old to his traffic court appointment?

Mr. Birchmore's explanation is the only one that makes sense to me. I've never heard of a parent being required to accompany their adult child to...

Have you been charged with anything yet? If not, take a deep breath. This sounds like a misdemeanor, so Wal-Mart has a couple of years to request...

What should I do

I agree with Mr. Mascagni - do NOT talk to police without a parent and an attorney present.

As a former prosecutor, I can't even think of a way to make this a crime. I'd say you're safe. BUT - as Mr. Russell advised - do not under any...

Do we need Atty for him

Having an attorney can only help him. It sounds like he's a good kid who made a bad decision, so get an attorney to make sure that's represented...

Is it possible to re/open the case?

No - you can't. The statute of limitations has run out at this point.

Like by a private investigator would anyone tell you

If someone hired a private investigator to investigate you, no one is going to come tell you about the investigation. A good private investigator...

What penalty am i facing should i take a plea bargen

The max on felony false statements is five years in prison. No one on this forum can advise you on whether you should take a plea based on a one...