First time offense, unintentional petty theft. Do I need an attorney?

Yes, you need an attorney. Our criminal justice system is adversarial. That means the government has an attorney representing its interests and...

How can I have a criminal case overturned ? After the time has been served.

Sounds good, BUT, only an experienced federal criminal defense attorney can properly draft or assist you in drafting the motion.

What information to take from police detective, what to say and not to say?

It is my considered opinion, after 37+ years of practice as a criminal defense lawyer, that no one should ever talk to law enforcement, period. ...

It is the defendant's sole right to enter a plea of guilty to a charge. It is unethical for an attorney to enter any plea without the defendant's...

Why would a drug case require a special prosecutor?

Special prosecutors are assigned for a number of reasons. Examples include that the allegations suggest gang involvement, financial crimes(money...

What is considered child pornography?

By my calculation you are still a minor, that is under 18. Have your parent or guardian contact an attorney to discuss the ramifications of your...

I am on 4 yrs of parole in illinois . if i transfer my parole to nevada do ill parole laws apply ?

Parole is now called mandatory supervised release. Transfer must be approved by the source state or district and accepted by the receiving state...

Where could I find docket of proceeding for a federal case?

Pacer system

Can I get charged with cessation of narcotics near 1000 feet of a school if it was found inside a house ?

Yes, if the house was within the 1000 feet. I assume when you typed cessation you meant possession.

I need answers about a drug violation and cops asking to work with them.

Only an experienced criminal defense attorney is qualified to broker a deal under the circumstances that you relate. This forum is not the right...