What do one have to state when they do not want to press charges?

The decision whether to prosecute is solely the State’s Attorney’s call. A complaining witness who chooses not to assist them will make their job...

Can my daughter just pay her traffic tickets after she missed a court date?

I suggest you at least speak with an attorney about this. Given her young age and the importance of maintaining a clean record, it would be a good...

In Search of DUI lawyer specializing in Secretary of State License hearings (informal)?

Lawyers cannot ethically advertise their services on Avvo. That being said, you'll want to hire an attorney familiar with the local judges and...

What will happen?

There is no record of the accident since there was no police involvement.

If i am dating a 15 year old boy what can we do that isn't sexual?

As long as it is not sexual, the world is your oyster. Go on dates, hold hands, do whatever you want SO LONG AS IT REMAINS PG. Whether you were...

It is standard in many cases (even traffic ones) for the defense to subpoena the police records. If there is a disk, it'll cost around $20 to get a...

In ca se you haven't gotten the hint: you should start looking around for legal representation.

What should I expect after not accepting a plea bargain from the state??

That is stuff the judge would probably take into consideration during sentencing (mitigating factors), but that only comes into play if there was a...

Can a 14 year old date a 18 year old legally if the 14 year olds parent give consent?

There is no law anywhere in the United States that prohibit dating relationships. Keep it respectful and a strictly dating relationship. I can...

Will I be prosecuted by Target?

Doubtful. If they weren't involved in the beginning, I doubt Target will care that much to bring them in later. While they could, I would be pretty...