I have Pretrial today I have a public defender this is my first offense what do you think will happen I can’t miss work ?

First offense of what? It would be hard to say what will happen without that info. Consult with the public defender, they are fine attorneys.

A positive test will impact your sentencing. Have you considered that you may have an issue with drugs or alcohol? You should probably get assessed...

Missed court date question

Without knowing what kind of case you have, it’s difficult to give you a definite answer; however, from your description, you have an active capias...

What can I do about the situation below? Just found out i had a failure to appear...

You should definitely consult with a local defense attorney. Most have free consultations. If possible, an attorney may be able to get your case...

What can I expect at my municipal court date for minor misdemeanor possession of marijuana of less than 100g?

A minor misdemeanor is only punishable by a fine, no jail time. It is similar to a disorderly conduct; however, a drug charge can impact future...

Petty theft in Ohio is a first degree misdemeanor, so you should definitely consult with a qualified criminal defense attorney for both of your...