My friend has a jury court on the 20th of this month we had spoke w a attorney but we're waiting on a retainer fee to get the

If he does not have money to hire an attorney & is facing 15 years of prison, he is absolutely entitled to an appointed attorney or public...

Can I get a passport with open warrants?

These are little matters which are so easily taken care of. Hire a local attorney to get he warrants recalled, plea, pay all costs and fines & then...

Can I fight my original charge?

I don't practice in Texas, but typically adjudication is the trial and the place to fight this. Talk to your lawyer.

This doesn't sound like your problem. But, her attorney may want her to plea and pay to avoid the very real possibility of prison. It's called an...

What would an attorney cost.

It may be worth it to pay the ticket or try the case yourself. Attorneys cannot really quote prices on here, but those do not sound bad.

Final Civil recovery letter.. What to expect next if not paid?

Have your lawyer contact them. What type of case is it? If it is just a shop lifting, it is unlikely that they will file suit.

How do I go about filing for, or what documents do I need to file a case for wrongful imprisonment?

Civil rights cases are very complicated-- you should start by seeking a civil rights attorney to assist you. They will be able to get any documents.

Do prior convictions carry into other states. (Do prior shoplifting charges in PA increase penalties for the same in OH)

In Ohio, this does not make the possible penalties worse-- however it will disqualify you from any diversion programs, and make the judge more...

Am I gonna get jail time?

You could be facing the possibility of jail time. In Cleveland, it is not unlikely that you will get a summons for F5 drug possession, and...

Can cops "patrol", at night, witb no lights on?

As long as they are not creating a dangerous environment-- there is nothing with it.