I was charged with petty theft ($41) and have to go to mayors court in two weeks. I am 19 and have no prior record. Advice ?

If you want to avoid jail and a criminal record you should retain a good criminal defense attorney to assist you. If you have no other trouble you...

I was doing 89 in a 65 and got a ticket. my second one in a year. because of excessive speed im to appear in court. what now?

If you plead guilty Judge Murry is likely to suspend your license and may put you in jail. I practice regularly in that court and have seen this...

Do I have grounds to sue for my expenses and/or punitive damages? (Red Light Photo ticket, appeal)

Most likely not because of the qualified and almost absolute immunity of the government. I think it could be interesting though because the...

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My son is 16 and was caught with a bowl at school. He has never been in trouble before. What should I expect to happen at court?

Yes you need a lawyer for this. Given the fact that he has been in trouble as well as the current allegations juvenile detention and a long term...

Whether or not you should fight it depends on if you can afford to hire a lawyer. If you can afford a lawyer you should use one to assist you with...

I suggest hiring a lawyer. The charge does carry a potential for 30 days in jail although that is very unlikely but the court could suspend your...

If someone has a bench warrant in Tennessee and comes to Ohio to live, can they get a license or a state ID to get a job?

When he goes to get the ID he may be arrested on the warrant. He will most likely not be able to get an Ohio Driver's License because of Tennessee...

With parent consent is it still illegal for a 18 year old to have sex with a 14 year old?

Yes it is illegal. The 18 year old is facing very serious criminal charges that could carry lifetime penalties. Attorney Chris Beck Beck...

It could mean that the attorney wasn't available on the originally scheduled court date or it could mean that the court has another hearing or...

I have a o.v.I charge in 2011 & got another one in 2013 while on probation how much jail time am I looking at someone please hel

It depends on how much time was suspended on your 2011 OVI. It also depends on whether you have any other prior OVI's or criminal history. The...

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