15 year old got caught with 600 worth of stolen items in backpack

Yes, she should have a lawyer. You are entitled to get the discovery; that is anything they plan to use against your daughter and anything that...

Can i be present at a sentencing re:my step-granddaughters sex offender being sentenced? p.s. i was asked my the clerk of courts

It depends on whether the offender is a juvenile or not. Some juvenile hearings are closed hearings and unless you are the actual victim, the...

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It is very common to get flustered, stressed, and anxious when having a police encounter. This is completely understandable in the circumstance. ...

The best course of action is to meet with a trusted criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to discuss the facts and circumstances of the...

Some facts are missing or inaccurate. Perhaps the age of the other party was under 16 or something else occurred. The facts that you describe do...

So I just got an arraignment court summons What does that entail for traffic accident?

You are summoned to Court because you are being charged with a criminal offense. If this were a traffic ticket, you could pay the ticket without...

What happens if I have three probation violations and have court in three weeks

While you can't change the fact of the failed tests, the best thing to do at this time is to remain as compliant as possible on probation and be in...

Felony for this?

I believe I may have answered this earlier, but the absolute best thing you can do for yourself is obtain an attorney asap to review your case and...

My son is 17, just arrested for 2nd time for domestic assault. How do you suggest we handle his defense in court?

Dear Concerned Parent, You ask a very good question. There are many courses of action that can be taken prior to Court and during the Court...

How long can i go to jail for if i voilate with 3 months left of probation?

The amount of time you can get on a probation violation is dictated by the original plea. Think of this as a re-sentencing. Your worst case...