What can my friend be charged with for stealing stuff if its his first offense

Theft would be the charge. The degree (level) of the offense would be based upon the value of the items stolen, or whether the stolen items were...

You need to contact the police ASAP. The longer you wait, the more difficult it will be to investigate.

If this is your first traffic offense, it would be a good idea to retain an experienced attorney. He/she may be able to negotiate a dismissal of...

What can I do with a girl who’s 18?

Since 16 is the age of consent in Ohio, it would not constitute a sex crime. However, if your parents or guardian have forbidden you from seeing...

Will I get jail for shoplifting?

If this was a first offense, it is unlikely that you will serve any jail time. I recommend hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney. It...

Help missed court date for traffic violation ?

I agree with the previous answer. Your best bet is to retain an attorney. He/she can contact the court and try to get the case added to the...

Contact the court and ask that the matter be scheduled for a pretrial. In some courts, both the prosecutor and judge attend the pretrial hearing.

My son is being accused of a crime?

I agree with the previous answer. Your son needs an attorney to help him prepare a defense to this charge.

After charges have been filed how many years does prosecution have to convict even if subject runs for the border

I agree with the previous answer. The speedy trial statute does not toll while your buddy evades capture.

If there was no visible signal from the school bus to stop, then that would constitute a defense. I would recommend hiring an attorney and having...