They are alternative pleadings. The two charges relates to the same offense and are the same offense level. One requires that the consumption of...

I received a court date for my citation of theft for item under $25 at menards.

Thank you for the email. A theft offense can be very serious. While any theft under $500 is a misdemeanor. Such an offense is still punishable...

Do I really have to pay at least $50 or more for damages?

A store may seek payment for the cost of any items taken or $50, whichever, is greater. This is true even if those items are recovered. Minnesota...

If the question is whether you ever served jail time for a criminal offense the correct answer is "yes." If the question is whether you are...

Can a lawyer be friends with a client and her sister on facebook?

Yes. There is no ethical issue.

Will i spend time in jail or get a felony for damaged property?should i get a lawyer?

Any damage to property with a value over $1000 is a felony offense. This is serious. It carries wit it potential prison sentence, permanent...

What should I watch out for when signing this document?

We can certainly review your employment severance agreement including severance offers, release of claims, non-compete clauses and/or any other...

I had a major store send out still pictures from my camera's SB card to have them put on a DVD.

I am afraid that you must show actual damages (as opposed to potential damages) and causation to recover in any civil case. The concern in a...

229.11c expungement?

If the charges were dismissed, you may qualify for a statutory expungement which eliminates both judicial and statutory records. However, you must...

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Got caught shoplifting at wal-mart first timer please help

Thank you for the email. A theft offense can be very serious. While any theft under $500 is a misdemeanor. Such an offense is still punishable...