Identity theft is a serious problem in our country, and it is a horrible experience for the victim, as perpetrators can rack up criminal charges,...

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Before the state decides to pick up charges what are the things they look at prior to making the decision to prosecute?

Prosecutors take domestic violence cases seriously, and they will likely consider repeated complaints as evidence of an ongoing problem. As other...

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The penalties for driving unlawfully after a conviction for DUI can be quite serious (including jail time and further license suspension), so it is...

I was at Walmart in perry florida and got pulled to the side for shoplifting

A theft (shoplifting) conviction will have consequences, and anyone facing such a charge should hire an attorney as soon as possible, or request...

Will I need a lawyer for an underage DUI?

Anyone in this situation should definitely retain a lawyer, or request appointment of counsel if unable to afford an attorney.

Can you be arrested for public intox just for stepping outside a bar to smoke

Other attorneys in this forum have provided an excellent analysis of the charges, and they are correct that a person in this situation should...

I was on vacation and realized there's a criminal case filed against me while I'm on vacation. Will I be arrested at the airport

When a person has an arrest warrant, he/she is subject to arrest whenever contacted by law enforcement. However, a person will not necessarily be...

Should i hire a lawyer after being arrested for an underaged DUI after getting into an accident.

Yes. You should retain an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. A DUI conviction will have serious short and long-term...

Ethics in predicting a plea negotiation?

Attorneys cannot ethically (or practically) guarantee an outcome in any criminal case, whether in terms of settlement or outcome a trial. Based on...

Can I cop question me after I ask for my lawyer if I am in jail?

The very best advice for a defendant or suspect who does not wish to make statements to law enforcement is simply not to make statements to law...