Ist time offense. A $25.dollar shop lifting charge?. Do I need a lawyer?

Yes you both could benefit from a lawyer's help. You may have a chance to keep these charges off of your record if you play your cards right. It's...

Is there a way for me to start driving while pyaying my tickets

You could try the Minnesota driver diversion program. Be careful, there are some non-sanctioned programs out there. Be sure you are talking to the...

Would it be best to go with a public defender at this point, a new lawyer, or continue with the current lawyer?

If you family member agrees, a new lawyer could be hired. If your family member is not happy with current representation, then that is probably the...

Yes absolutely. Most of us here on Avvo would be glad to chat with you. You are smart to have a lawyer help you. There is a chance for you to keep...

How can MN revoke DL, if I did n paid everything ND needed from me?

This is very standard. Your home state will revoke based on a DWI from another state.

How do I contest a wrongful arrest and felony charges no evidence at all,

The big question I would have is whether they are going to find meth or other controlled substances in your blood. Minnesota has a strict "any...

Will I be a be to get a misdemeanor off my record and what are my next steps?

Yes you should retain a lawyer to help you. If this is your first criminal charge, there may be a way to keep it off of your record. Your lawyer...

Will a person sit in jail until they've been charged, if they are turning them self in with 2 body only warrants. ?

You should get a lawyer retained before you turn yourself in. The court may forfeit the bond that you posted previously. Then a new bail will be...

I got 2 pretty misdemeanor speeding tickets in 2011. When will they go off my record?

Not unless you get an expungement. If you haven't had any new offenses since then, you'd have a good shot. Have a lawyer help you.

Will I face jail time for asking my friend to spend money on a strangers credit card?

It sounds likely that you will be charged with aiding and abetting credit card fraud. Do not say anything to the police. Nothing. Get a lawyer...