What is the rule when an officer charges an individual for a Felony and a misdemeanor for the same alleged crime?

You've asked a very "legal" question and one that is difficult to explain in such a limited space, but here we go. The rule is called the rule of...

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Is a shopliftiting (60$) a "criminal charge" since it's just a misdemeanor

Yes, all misdemeanors are criminal charges; shoplifting is no exception and carries a maximum 12 month jail and $1000.00 possible sentence. It is...

Yes, you can fire your attorney and hire a new one but check your contract with your current lawyer to see what you will owe him/her.

Yes, you would think that online records should be included in the original restriction but it is not. You will need to file a petition for court...

Hit and run auto accident and the defense has back out of mediation twice in the last 2 years?

You should ask your lawyer to push the case to trial.

Can the prosecutor use a range of dates in the indictment that are different than the dates given by my accuser?

Your lawyer can challenge the indictment but using a range of dates is normally permissible.

I was arrested and charged with 3 felonies because I failed to return a Detectives call within 12 hours. Is this legal?

You were not arrested because you did not return the detective's call. You were arrested because the detective believed that there was sufficient...

Is it posible to reopen a case I pled guilty to?

It is possible but difficult. You will need a lawyer to file a petition for habeas corpus on your behalf.

I'm on probation in one county and got arrested in another county.Do I need a lawyer and will my probation officer have knowledg

Are you saying you were convicted of DUI but never got a limited driving permit from the department of driver services and instead relied on legal...

Yes, if the company conducts a background check in which you give them access to your criminal history information or if they use a third party...