My 23 year old daughter who lives in Florida was charged for shoplifting a $10 item at the Macy's she works at.

There is a diversion program on Orlando, and it is common for a first offense petit theft to qualify. However, employee related cases are more...

It would be rare, but technically it is possible and does happen very infrequently. If you were arrested for this offense and did not waive speedy...

I have a hearing for a petty the charge at my old job. My question is should I plea not guilty or plea no contest first

I would not recommend going in there and blindly pleading no contest without first exploring your options with an attorney. Once you plead no...

I am 19 years old and have been charged with Petit Retail theft. This is my first offense. Do I need an attorney?

Always a good idea to at least consult with an attorney in the county where the case is pending. It would also be beneficial to get this case...

Ask your P.O. about a transfer via the Interstate Compact Order for adults on felony probation. Your P.O. does have some discretion here, but...

Did i violate probation

If you have contact with law enforcement as the victim of a crime, then you are not in violation.

Yes. The Judge can revoke bond on the original case because the new law arrest violates the bond on the first case. However, the attorney can...

I'd adjudication is withheld, does it get brought up if another crime is committed?

It will show up. Needs to try to get another withhold on this case so that he does not get a conviction for a crime of dishonesty. If gets the...

My son's girlfriend and he, were unlawfully arrested by the OPD in Orlando for a minor car paint scuff on another car she

For a civil false arrest claim, they would need to show that the police lacked probable cause for that particular offense. Probable cause is a...

Caught shoplifting

Sounds like you should have a great chance to qualify for a diversion program. Ask a local lawyer more details about the particulars of the...