Does my son really need a lawyer for a M.I.P. charge?

Having an attorney can make a huge difference, even with a relatively minor charge. $500 is very reasonable. If the attorney you hire has a good...

Do minors have the right to recive miranda warnings when being arrested?

Police officers are required to advise adults and minors of their Miranda rights when 1) the person is in-custody and 2) the police officer is...

I am being charged with a misdemeanor “Recreational Trespassing” in MI, Is it possible to get it deferred to a civil infraction?

I was an assistant prosecutor for 17 years and I have to say that, based on the facts you describe, you have a very good chance to get your charge...

This is tricky because the question is structured to find out about situations such as a plea under HYTA. It seems to me, that if you are being...

I am on probation for misdemeanor retail fraud. Ends may. I want. travel to Italy in 3 wks. Will I have problem coming back

Do NOT leave the country without getting permission from the court. IF you do, you will open yourself up to all kinds of additional consequences. ...

Felony larceny for a first offender what kind of sentence is she looking at....what happened her doc proscribed her with a scrip

Well, she is too old for HYTA, but there may be another first offender program of which she could avail herself, especially if she voluntarily...

You know what will make it REALLY difficult to find a job? Losing your HYTA status and having a conviction entered on your record--especially for...

1 counts of moving violation causing death. what is the max sentensing in michigan if a person is charged with the above crime

Were you arraigned on any charge? Part of the purpose of an arraignment is to tell you what you are charged with, and what the maximum possible...

Well, part of it depends on what the tickets were for. Does he have a court date? Chances are, if he can pay the fines, he would get out. This...

How to take care of Bench Warrant from 6 years ago in another state.

The police officer probably laughed because MIP is such a minor charge (no pun intended). Having said this, mole hills turn into mountains if you...