Got caught shoplifting from Wal-Mart. 22 years old, clean record.

In Missouri, the potential sentence for misdemeanor stealing is up to 1 year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000. Do not plead guilty. If you plead...

Will we need an attorney?

The potential penalty in Missouri for misdemeanor stealing is up to 1 year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000. If you plead guilty, the conviction...

What is the most likely Sentence for a First offense Class C felony of receiving stolen property with no priors?

It means the police believe that you knew the car was stolen property when you bought it. RSMo 570.080 is the Missouri statute regarding...

My 17 year old friend got arrested for stealing, what will happen to them?

In Missouri, theft of less than $500 is a Class A misdemeanor. The potential penalty for misdemeanor theft in Missouri is up to 1 year in jail and...

What will happen to my friend?

If someone is on probation for stealing and is arrested for stealing again, this means he violated probation and the court will enter a conviction...

On the ticket he spelled my name wrong and wrote me down as a male, but I am a female. Will this help me get out of it easier?

No, your ticket will not be dismissed because of these errors. The police officer can correct any errors on the face of the ticket at any time, up...

Can I call the court house before my fine is due and change the date or can I go 4 days and then pay it in full?

If you fail to pay the fine in full by the due date, the court can issue a warrant for your arrest and also charge you with "Failure to Appear."...

I was charged with a felony theft by deception charge in the state of Georgia..what should I do?

Yes, you definitely could face jail time for this. You need to hire a criminal defense attorney located in the city or county in Georgia where you...

I stole $31 worth of merchandise from a Missouri Walmart and I'm about to graduate nursing school...now what?

The police officer did not have to read you your Miranda rights ("you have a right to remain silent...") The only time the police officer will do...

A seat belt violation does not cause points to be added to your Missouri driving record and it is not reported to the Missouri Dept. of Revenue....