What are the legal consequences for shoplifting as a minor vs. adult?

I have been handling retail fraud cases for over 24 years and it’s a most interesting area. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat.

Is there any other options to going to apply for your license while waiting for a pending driving on a revoked license ?

You need to get on board with an attorney both skilled in criminal law and license restoration. Maybe applying for your license renewal might help...

They will very likely charge you in my experience. You’ll need skilled local defense counsel on board as soon as you are charged. Use avvo to...

Can husband speak for me in sc court? We are both named as defendants although he handled all of the sale of our property.

No, if you are listed as a defendant, you will need to represent yourself or better yet, hire a lawyer to represent you both. You are still a...

If a 14 year old dates a 17 year old and they turn 18 is it illegal?

Yes, he could be charged with a felony and do real prison time if there was any sexual activity. The age of consent is 16 in Michigan and it’s a...

What is the highest fine the court can charge you for misdemeanor larceny, priors or not?

Yes, your math is correct. I would highly doubt a judge would impose this fine as I haven’t seen any tripled fines in my 24 year career.

What legal repercussions could I face sending an indecent photo to a random person?

If a minor, then distributing harmful matter to minors comes to mind. A crime under state and federal law. As the other attorney advised, this is...

Chances are slim if you try this by yourself, as prosecutors will know you already received a break. As an attorney, we can often get better deals...

They are immune from suit under governmental immunity. You are appealing, which is the proper course to take. Maur sure you have an attorney...

You would file a motion to compel discovery. The judge would hear the motion and likely order the answers within a certain time period.

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