I was false stopped for disobeying a stop sign, and ticketed for that and shoplifting under 50$, as well as no seat belt! Legal?

The prosecuting attorney has up to 1 year from the date of the incident to file charges for misdemeanors such as petty theft/shoplifting. You...

The judge is not likely to allow you to pay a fine instead of doing the community service. However, you can call the court clerk and ask when is...

Yes, the Prosecuting Attorney can charge your husband with theft in this situation. Just because he paid for the gas later (after the police...

What do I do if I was arrested a controlled substance and was held for 24 hrs then released with no paper work

I agree with attorney Hardin's comments. Hire a criminal defense attorney to represent you as soon as possible. An experienced attorney can help...

Can my boyfriend still be with me when he gets out of jail?

You can be with your boyfriend when he gets out of jail unless he's on probation or parole with conditions stating that he must stay away from you,...

Can I go to jail for a ticket I received for riding in the back of the truck

Highly unlikely that you will go to jail for such a minor offense. However, if you get pulled over for a traffic violation (or if you are riding...

Yes, the Prosecuting Attorney could later decide to charge you for the Xanax. The Prosecutor has up to 1 year from the date of an incident to...

I caused accident by backing into a vehicle behind me. I was ticketed and now I have to go to court. Do I need lawyer.

You can hire a traffic ticket lawyer to get your ticket reduced to a non-moving no-point infraction that won't affect your driving record. Very...

I was accused of a crime I didn't do and I was never arrested and no court date but I have a warrant out for me now

I agree with the other attorneys' answers. An attorney can get your warrant lifted and represent you for the underlying charges. Just because...

Should i consult a lawyer

Yes, you definitely need an attorney representing you if you want to avoid having a conviction for stealing on your criminal record. If you plead...