What should I do? Violation hearing failure to pay restitution.

Show up for the hearing with a large payment in hand that you can make toward the restitution. The best way to avoid going to jail is to show up...

Domestic battery

The State could subpoena you and if you don't appear in court the judge may issue a warrant for your arrest and hold you in contempt (jail) until...

Can my brother get a nearly ten year old Texas DWI conviction overturned?

Why did he not have an attorney? Everyone is entitled to an attorney for a criminal charge. If he was denied an attorney then he may have a claim...

Yes, he should get a lawyer. Anything on his record, even just a trespassing ticket, will likely be seen by all of his potential employers in the...

Misdemeanor theft under $100 in Boone, NC

Matthew is right. You should be able to find a reasonably priced lawyer in your area on Avvo. A local attorney should be able to avoid a...

I was arrested for shoplifting (under 70.00). Do I need to get a lawyer?

I agree with Nikolaus. Keeping a clean record should be your main priority, and an attorney can help you do this. You would be making a big...

Judges often grant 50/50 custody. Custody refers to decision making for the child whereas placement refers to where the child will be living. ...

I have a misdemeanor warrent in Florida from an violation of mail in propation.. I live in Pittsburgh, how can it resolved

Just because you violated probation doesn't mean they will automatically revoke your probation. Hire a local defense attorney in Florida to...

Does my son need a lawyer before talking to the police

Those are very serious allegations. Your son definitely needs a lawyer to go with him to speak to the police. Remember that the police are not on...

You cannot get the conviction expunged unless the judge ordered expungement at the time of sentencing. Otherwise, you need to hire an attorney to...

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