What would a protective order do for my son who is in jail?

Protective order for...? Was he assaulted? Is he in danger from someone in the jail? If so, it may result is his being moved. He certainly needs a...

I got cought shoplifting... Yes at Walmart..

Walmart routinely sends out civil demand letters, which confuse shoplifters. They are probably going to send you such a letter. Paying it has...

Am I going to get arrested? I was told there may be police involvement, I'm scared. What do I do?

If the police believe you purposely took the gift card with money it and gave an empty one to the customer, you could be charged. It's likely, even...

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How many service hours are normally affiliated with a first degree misdemeanor? The charge being second offense shop lifting.

I agree with my colleagues. Don't assume you won't get jail time. Some judges are really tough on theft offenders, especially when it isn't the...

I very sorry you have this kin of trouble. Be prepared for a long process here. There are going to several pre-trial hearings and perhaps a trial....

Why can't a prosecutor allow a witness to lie under oath?

Is this a serious question? Umm...because it would wrong, unethical, and has been made illegal in almost every country on Earth. Also, they would...

The answer to your question is yes, you could sue a police officer while charges are pending, but it doesn't sound like you have a viable lawsuit....

I made a recorded phone threat to my brother-in-law following an argument in the family. I later called to apologize. Now what?

You may be charged with a variety of crimes, if he reports this to police. The most likely are aggravated menacing, menacing, and telephone...

I have a fine due and I was wondering is their any help that I can get? Also, how do I find out if I have a warrant?

Help with the fine? Probably not, but if you truly can't pay you may be able to file a motion with the court asking for community service or that...

My bf, is getting charged for fleeing on the scene and he moved out leaving me an my daughter stranded what should I do?

You could sue him on the contract. You would want to post a question in the Lawsuits/Disputes category for that. If he has any money, which I kind...