Have a warrant for not calling for a theft

Criminal case. Warrant for your arrest. Risk of jail time. This is the time that you retain an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Make some calls...

What punishment would a person receive for a first time misdemeanor for failing to stop for a school bus?

Punishments can range all across the board. I'd say typical is $500 and a year of probation. Keeping it off of your record or having it dismissed...

Was wondering if I could resolve a misdemeanor case before a court appearance?

Your's is a misdemeanor crime. Not a gross or a petty; just a straight misdemeanor. Yes, we could potentially resolve the case before court. That...

Is it possible to reduce a felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle down to a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor?

I agree. So much will depend here on the attorney that you choose to hire. Make sure you hire a well experienced and aggressive criminal defense...

Yes you'll have to go to court. This is a criminal case. Yes technically the maximum penalty is 90 days jail, but you're not likely to face that....

Good question. First, I'm thinking that your case probably hasn't been reduced to petty misdemeanor. You may have an opportunity to get it reduced...

Can i appeal?

Second degree assault is supposed to be a mandatory commit to prison. So, if the judge gives you one year in the local jail, that's a mitigated...

You say "I don't have to go to jail." That's not quite right. You're charged with a misdemeanor crime. The maximum jail time is 90 days. Now, often...

Should I reach out to the city attorney about my failure to yield citation before I hire a criminal defense attorney?

Only your lawyer should talk to the prosecutor. That's precisely why you hire a lawyer, so that you can exercise your right to remain silent. This...

Is it possible to obtain a teaching license in this state with a vacated gross misdemeanor stalking conviction?

Yes it’s theoretically possible. If you have already been disqualified, you can seek reconsideration or a “set aside.” There are deadlines though...