Whenever you're arrested, the arrest appears on your criminal history regardless of the disposition. When you agree to do PTI, and you complete all...

You must let the court know that you're requesting the services of a public defender, sooner rather than later. After filling out the application...

Do I need a lawyer for a mediation hearing based on discrimination & sc laws against discrimination.

It's always better to have a lawyer than to not have a lawyer. Mediation is an opportunity to decide all the issues in your case and you wouldn't...

When in mediation the facts of the case were not discussed. They gave me worst case scenario if I didn't take their deal.

The purpose of mediation is to facilitate open discussion amongst all parties involved. The mediator is supposed to remain neutral. If you feel you...

Why am I being charged with battery and gang affiliation,

The most important piece of information you've provided is that this is your first offense. As a first offender you are in the best possible...

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Got caught shoplifting, first time ever being in trouble. Will this be on my record?

Whenever you plead guilty or are found guilty at trial, that is a conviction. Convictions are on your record. If your conviction is part of a...

Do I plead guilty at the arraignment without a public defender?

Of all the people charged with a crime, first offenders are in the best possible position for negotiating an alternative disposition. You have...

Do I show up for mediation?

The beauty of mediation is there is no obligation to come to an agreement, but any agreement you come to is yours. It gives you the opportunity to...

How do I stop a motion to appoint mediator?

If the court has ordered mediation, then you have to go. The court will appoint a mediator who is neutral to both parties. If the other side has...

In mediation. Next appointment to discuss the real numbers. I was told by mediator that just because all accounts are in husband

Mediation is a process that allows the parties to come to an agreement on certain issues before going to court. The idea is that it's better for...

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