Interesting set of facts. It will be a close call by the judge on a motion to suppress. I struggle with why people consent to searches when they...

Burglary of an unoccupied conveyance question

It is your future. Why not put it into the hands of someone who knows what he is doing like an experienced defense attorney?

What do you think will happen in court?

You have a very defensible case and have many options. Why not hire someone that can explain these to you like an experienced attorney?

Is there a right to an initial appearance in a criminal case? Is there grounds for dismissal if defendant did not have one?

Interesting question and very well written. But not grounds for dismissal. Misdemeanors have lots of options. Think about legal representation.

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I was caught shoplifting in Seminole County, FL. What is the penalty and how do I apply a pretrial diversion?

You will probably be offered pre trial diversion. You should think about hiring an attorney to relieve your stress and help guide you through the...

Can I visit US again if I have a sealed record of withheld adjudication on a third degree grand theft from the US?

Mr. Quirantes is correct. You federal issues that cannot be covered by a sealing. You might be at the mercy of immigration.very chancy.

To be convicted of trafficking in hydromorphone, does the police have to send the pills to the lab?

To get arrested no. The pills will eventually get to the crime lab, but each pill will not be tested. They also will be weighed more precisely than...

How does a criminal record effect immigration? Will I able to convert my student visa to work visa?

Expungement will not help with immigration since immigration is federal. You will need to consult with an immigration attorney on your visa issues.

Canada is a great place. I don't think it will be held against you unless say you are an airline pilot, ship captain or in the military. But that...

You need to check with your attorney who filed the motion to terminate your probation. This term means different things to different judges in...