My son a minor has stolen an I phone at school "I think" and the police came to our home asking questions. Turn him in or not ?

A public criminal record could result. Therefore, most parents would not call the police on their child. You could return the phone, personally...

If an officer puts you in detox and you are released when still intoxicated do you have to pay for it and was this mishandled?

This is not a criminal law question. It is a debtor rights question. You might wish to re-post in that category. Perhaps your friend could use...

What could be my future consequences for minor consumption?

Having a criminal record, even for underage consumption, can limit future employment and other opportunities. You will not experience the bad...

How does times served work?

In cases of an old arrest warrant from out of state, the warrant might no longer be active or might not be a "detain in any state" warrant (in...

What information should my attorney collect before going into trial on a 3rd degree felony assault?

I start with my client's detailed statement, including what happened, who was there, etc. Then, we obtain discovery of police reports, witness...

Convicted driving after cancellation

Most driving after cancellation charges in Minnesota are misdemeanors (90 day maximum), but some are gross misdemeanors (one year maximum) (where...

What should I do if I am being charged with theft of motor vehicle?

What should you do if you am being charged with theft of motor vehicle? Retain a good criminal defense lawyer, soon - and work up an effective...

What should I do if I am being charged with felony receiving stolen property?

Based upon the limited facts presented here, it sounds like you may be asserting a defense that you lacked knowing possession - something the...

"Case Type: Crim/Traf" is a notation at top of a court document indicating that the case type is criminal or traffic. Fifth degree possession...

Do I need an attorney?

The charges will not be dropped by the victim, nor can they be. The worst that could happen is being labeled a criminal and a thief forever, with...