What will my mom be sentenced for stealing 20 dollar bottle of alieve from Walmart in las vegas

Though rare, there are judges out there who sentence first time theft offenders to some jail time. Without being familiar with the judge she will...

Do I need a lawyer for a petit larceny charge?

You really ought to get an attorney. Public defender or private is up to you if you qualify for the public defender.

What can happen to me because I threatened to beat someone up

You could be charged with menacing or aggravated menacing. Don't talk to police without talking to an attorney first.

What will happen,can I get it off my record? And will my license get suspended, what can I do to stop it?

Your license could be suspended. But, you may be able to avoid some of the more serious penalties by participating in a diversion program. Consider...

Can statutory rape charges be filed if sex didn't occur?

Hypothetically, what did occur. Unlawful sexual conduct with a minor (commonly known as statutory rape) requires "sexual conduct" which is a...

I wan to report and turn someone in but....

An anonymous tip is less likely to lead to action by the police and prosecutors than a complaining witness. You can always try calling anonymously...

Even if one of the terms of your probation is not to work in a place where alcohol is served, you should be able to get a modification to keep your...

If you got the ticket in Ohio, the court can suspend your licenses, not the BMV. The courts used to be required to suspend, so don't be surprised...

I signed a waiver for my preliminary hearing and didn't know what do I do

Your case will be bound over (transferred) to county court. In all likelihood that would have happened anyway even if you had the the preliminary...

What to do if someone assaulted my child and police will not help

First, make a report at your local police station. Second, report the matter to your local prosecutor as well. Third, particularly if you have...