What should I expect and what consequences are possible and likely if it's decided that my 12 year old is guilty?

If you can't afford an attorney, let the judge know that and a public defender will be appointed to represent your son. You should discuss all...

How can someone take child support money from me if I'm not the father and never signed any paperwork?

I am a little confused by the question--exactly how is someone taking child support from you? They would have needed to serve you with notice of...

Is there a way I can request child support from my husband while we are in the process of going through a divorce?

Yes...you can file a petition for temporary child support while the case is pending. I would hire an attorney if I were you. Divorce proceedings...

What type of sentencing am I looking at for a first time no prior $40 retail theft charge?

If you are charge criminally then you face a maximum of 364 days in jail and/or a $2500 fine. Since you have no history, you would be eligible for...

If u date someone that 17 and I'm 14 ain't that rape

Dating itself in this situation is not illegal, but he could be prosecuted if there is any sexual contact. You are also very young and shouldn't...

How should I handle my second speeding ticket?

you need to go to court and request court supervision. Assuming you aren't on supervision for anything else, you are eligible for it. You can go...

Assuming you aren't currently on supervision and don't have history of criminality, you would be eligible for supervision. You could contact any...

Restraining order in this case would be a civil stalking/no contact order. It's your choice if you want to hire an attorney or not, but either way...

You can file a motion for discovery but there aren't discovery rights to a petty offense so likely nothing will come up of it. You can contact the...