If your friend is indigent, he should apply for a federal public defender, who will handle his criminal case for free. If the public defender's...

Your question does not make it clear whether the person is still on probation or parole. If the answer is yes, then maybe. He would need to check...

What do I plea to a class b misdemeanor for lying to a police officer?

You should hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Try the AVVO find a lawyer search function. If you can't afford an attorney, apply for a...

Should I call my probation officer?

You always should be sure you're off probation before doing anything that would be a probation violation (even if it is otherwise legal for those...

Can non-payment of Civil Demand affect criminal charge?

In addition to the potential criminal consequences of shoplifting, most states have a "retail theft act." These laws usually allow businesses who...

My husband is in jail in fortbend jail and the judge gave him 3 years in jail but gave him 3years jail credit why is he still in

Does your husband have any other court business? Any warrants from within the state or in another state? You should be able to get the answer to...

If I complete community service and stay out of trouble for 1 year, my misdemeanor charge. Have I been convicted as of now?

It very much depends on the specific wording of the question. You should contact the attorney who handled your case in NYC to ask for...

Your 4th Amendment rights return to you when you are no longer on probation or parole. Law enforcement cannot search you without a warrant unless...

Crack cocaine possession.

Perhaps. It depends on which jurisdiction you're talking about. Needless to say, possessing 5 grams of crack isn't a good idea no matter where...

I'm driving a moving truck full of other people's stuff. If I'm stopped and searched do I have plausible deniability?

There are a whole lot of "ifs" here. If you are stopped, if you are searched, and if law enforcement finds contraband.... The issue for you will...