My brother is apparently heading to trial for 1st degree burglary. He had entered his ex-wife's home and assaulted her boyfriend

It probably depends mostly on whether the jury believes he had already formed the intent to commit an assault when he entered the residence. Fact...

How can I expunge or seal and dismissed without prejudice record in Iowa? Criminal mischief (felony) and burglary?

This is an evolving area of law in Iowa. While there are legislative efforts underway to expunge these arrests without disposition, they...

If I recall correctly, you have to pay the civil penalty by the due date on the citation or request a trial. If you don't do that, then the civil...

Someone appeared to have broken into my house, but I got charged with intimidation with a weapon.

Ultimately, it is the county attorney's decision to charge someone with a criminal offense. You can file a complaint with the sheriff, but the...

Plea deal that you would violate due to lack of mean to get to required classes.

The classes are probably required as part of your sentence. They will be court ordered. It is not something that can be waived by the county...

17 yr old daughter caught stealing less than $100. Appointment at juvenile court. What will most likely happen?

It is a simple misdemeanor level offense. However, if she accepts responsibility and cooperates with juvenile court services, then she'll be placed...

17 yr old caught shoplifting less than $100. What are the probable consequences?

If she accepts responsibility, then she will be placed on informal probation through juvenile court services. Once she successfully completes...

I am 17, with a simple misdemeanor for shoplifting. How will this affect the likelihood of a college admitting me?

If you are charged in juvenile court, then your juvenile record will be sealed as part of the case resolution that usually involves informal...

If i get a lawyer will it help me to get off the sex offernder list that i was suppose to on only 10 years then the new changed

You should consult with an attorney who specializes in representing those charged with sex offenses. It can be done without an attorney, but you...

I got caught shoplifting. Now what can I do to get it off my record?

If you have no defense and accept responsibility, then the court has the option of sentencing you to a deferred judgment. You will probably be...