If i received a citation for criminal speeding and the officer used the wrong code can the prosecutor change it?

The police officer can correct any errors on the ticket at any time up to and including the day of trial.

By taking a driver's improvement course for a ticket in Florida, am I admitting guilt?

I am not licensed to practice law in Florida, but in Missouri, if you take the Driver Improvement Program (DIP or Traffic School), you must first...

Do I need a lawyer for shoplifting under 50$ in Missouri?

Yes, you need an attorney to represent you and keep the shoplifting charge off of your permanent record. If you must go to court without a lawyer,...

What are the step in which to get a lawyer?

It's called a civil demand letter that the store's attorney will be sending to you. Most attorneys would advise you to ignore it because it's very...

I don't practice law in Pennsylvania, but here in Missouri, you can get a "Failure to Register Vehicle" or "Expired Registration" ticket dismissed...

31 over the speed limit is a serious offense. Many prosecutors refuse to amend tickets for speeds of 30 miles or more over the limit. You should...

16 year old, first shoplifting offense of no more than $50. can i take this completely off my record?

You need to hire a criminal defense attorney who practices in the city or county where the incident occurred. If you don't have any prior...

The reason there is a fine for a burned-out tail light is because it's a safety issue. Without a tail light, someone else might not notice that you...

The fine amounts are established by the court. Every court charges a slightly different amount for fines and court costs. Fines provide revenue for...

If your license is suspended in one state, you are suspended in all other states because all states share information with each other about drivers...