I have a warrant in md for a failure to appear for a misdemeanor (retail theft) but live in florida

Call an attorney in the county/city in Maryland where the warrant was issued. A criminal defense lawyer may be able to take care of this without...

Do I need an attorney in Pasco County Traffic Court?

While there is a chance that you may be able to do this on your own, you should consider hiring an attorney. Your attorney may be able to settle...

My 20y/o son stole from a friend's house. The *friend* came to my home last night at 9pm and ask for $500 & he would drop charge

The prosecutor is the one that decides whether or not to press charges. It is not the victim that makes this call. However, it may help to pay...

It sounds like you were charged with driving on a suspended or revoked license with knowledge. This is a misdemeanor. I have attached a link that...

What exactly does adjudication withheld mean? How do I keep the written reprimand out of my employment file?

You should consider sealing the record. I have attached a link for a check list and some related articles. This will not remove the reprimand...

How my future is affected if i have a law violation in record?

It depends on what you have in your background, but this could affect your chances at obtaining employment or attending a school, college, etc. ...

I've been looking all over the internet for the answer to these questions and I'm still lost. What is the correct answer?

Reckless driving is a crime in Florida (See the attached link). You leaded no contest to the charge. You will have to check the record to see if...

Got caught shoplifting from walmart

I have had other people in similar situations say the same thing. There is something to worry about. Petit theft is a crime (I attached a link...

If your teen child makes false allegations of child abuse to the police and DCF in Florida,. but all charges are dismissed.

So long as the requirements are met, the accused may be able to expunge the record. The attached article explains this.

What will happen to me?

I practice in Jacksonville. What will happen to you will depend on a variety of factors, including any prior arrest record as a juvenile. You...