Michael Christopher Grieco's Answers (475)

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I was caught shoplifting, this is my fist offense. Do I need a lawyer?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 21, 2010

Yes, yes, and yes. Never represent yourself if you can retain counsel. Little cases like this can have repercussion later in life.

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I am on probation. Will a traffic stop be reported to probation? Should I report this if it will likely seem sketchy?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 21, 2010

Most states' probation rules require that you advise your officer of any contact with law enforcement. I/we cannot advise you as to what you...

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First time offense: disorderly intoxication. I'm 19 years old and I wasn't charged with under 21 pos of alcohol however. Advice?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 21, 2010

I do not practice in Tampa, but jurisidictions allow for diversionary programs for first time offenders (conditional dismissal). You likely will...

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Can non-moving violation be voided if month and year are incorrectly logged?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2010

Yes and no. Most states allow for officers to amend scribners errors on citations. You should pay the $70 and get a ticket lawyer.

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During a suppression hearing for drug possession in Phila., the officer testifies that an informant called him about a drug deal

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2010

I can tell you that most states follow the rule that hearsay is admissible in pretrial hearings but is handled delicately by the fact finder. Also,...

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Why not charged as youth

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2010

Very confusing question, for multiple reasons. If he was 18 at the time of offense he obviously will be prosecuted as an adult, but could...

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Should i appear in court if the police fail to file my case by the date given to me on my notice to appear?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2010

As this is a continuation of the earlier question, and assuming that you were in misdemeanor possession of some illicit substance, you have been...

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Will Washington State extradite a 3 yr $25K Bench Warrant for a DUI no show in court on an individual living in Florida State?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2010

If the cops or Broward corrections didn't pick up on the warrant when they ran your info/prints thru the system during arrest/booking, then the...

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I was brought in by loss prevention because they suspected I had been stealing cash from the register.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2010

As both a prosecutor and defense attorney I have seen this situation many times. The answer is, it depends on the company. The fact that you are...

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If you are charged for a crime that you didnt do and now the person knows you didnt do it can they help you clear your name

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2010

Need additional info. Did you plead guilty or no contest to your case? Were you charged as an adult or a juvenile? If you are not comfortable...

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