Please advise. Cant afford an atty. Is she eligible for a diversion program what is a diversion P ? Is there any solution?

My colleagues are correct--never take advice from a cop. The cop who just charged your sister is not her friend. If she pleads no-contest, she...

Your boyfriend should hire an attorney to represent him. Depending on the facts, an attorney may be able to get the case dropped or secure a...

I missed my jury call date. It was 2/19 and today is 2/22. What should I do?

I'm not sure I understand your question. If you are the defendant and missed your trial date, then you need to hire an attorney ASAP or if you...

I was arrested for 2nd retail fraud, gave all merchandise back (total value $227, I think), two pair of shoes and a jacket.

Do not go at this alone, you should definitely hire an attorney right away. Theft charges can have serious consequences to your future; more so...

Got caught shoplifting at small business.

You got very lucky. The information he took down on the note card was probably what is called a field interview card. Police keep this...

I was arrested for domestic battery/ touch charge a misdemeanor but charges got nolle prosse is that consider being a conviction

Once you were arrested it will show up on a background check. The only way to stop this is to file a motion expunge or seal. If you have never been...

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Looking for a felony dui lawyer in the west palm area that I can make monthly payments with

Under Avvo's rules attorneys are not allowed to solicit clients directly. You can contact Palm Beach attorneys to see if they would be willing to...

How long after my friend left a store with unpaid merchandise will they get here?

It depends on several factors such as can they identify your friend, was she seen on video taking items, was she seen leaving the store without...

Can I be charged with theft if the laptop was a gift?

Ms. Singer has provided a very thoughtful and complete answer. Much of this will depend on what your Aunt does. It is not unusual for people to...

Once you were arrested it will show up on a background check. The only way to stop this is to file a motion expunge or seal. The type of motion...