Would the DA have to tell you all the details of a deal before you sign it? for deferred probation

Yes, you have to know all requirements and any possible punishments prior to entering into a deal.

Looking to hire an attorney for my son - for help with parole violation in texas

Use the find a lawyer tab to get a lawyer in the jurisdiction he is in. It would be best if he could get extradited to Texas from Oregon and get...

If your lawyer, the DA, and your presentence writer all said there is a high POSSIBILITY of getting probation, that is the answer. There is a...

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Is it OK for a 16 year old and 20 year old to be in a relationship?

Yes, sixteen is the age of consent for sexual relationships in Ohio, so even if it was sexual, as long as there were no naked pictures taken they...

Just a question

No, but if you are going to be a sexual relationship with a 17 year old, and you are 19 year old, you need to be very cautious about sexting as any...

My bf is 16 and was caught with a pistol and a rifle. Neither were used and he was stealing items from cars with a couple others

You bf needs to talk to his parents and see if they can arrange for an attorney for him. Being on the run and having a felony warrant is no joke,...

Do I need an attorney for a $40 misdemeanor of stealing?

Absolutely DO NOT call the prosecutor. You need an attorney for this type of charge. This is a very serious charge.

Wrongfully imprisoned. Do I have a case?

This would be a civil rights matter, and a good civil rights attorney could help you through this process. That being said, even if you were to...

Question about court process

Does your brother have an attorney? If so, contact them. If not, you may be best served by appearing at his court hearing, with documentation of...

Is it legal to use a criminal background check in a family court case?

You would be able to use convictions in a family court setting, yes. It is legal to give your lawyer pretty much anything. They will determine if...