A minor was arrested and convicted at age 11 he is 16 and is applying for a job they asked if he has ever been arrested

Each state's law will be different on this point. I recommend you contact a local attorney familiar with juvenile criminal defense and expungement...

Do I have to pay the court cost on a ticket on a court date that hasn't happen yet?

I practice in Louisiana. You can always call the clerk to confirm, but the general answer is yes. Upon pleading guilty, the court is entitled to...

If I missed a dui court date and have a warrant, will I be arrested while traveling internationally?

I hesitate, but ultimately suspect the answer is no. Nevertheless, a warrant is a serious issue. Contact local counsel to see about satisfying the...

My son is 3 months into a 6 month probation for a first time DUI, and was just jailed for domestic violence.

I'm an attorney who practices criminal law in Louisiana. An arrest is a per se violation of a person's probation conditions. Typically the...

I had an adderal script dated for 2 wks later so I changed the date from 22 to 08. Now there is a warrant for my arrest.

I'm an attorney who practices in Louisiana. I'd need to know a bit more about your case to give you the best answer. But, generally speaking,...

HI. I practice in Louisiana, but we have a similar exception in which even expunged convictions can be made available to state licensing agencies....

Will my dismissed misdemeanor case in California show up on a background check in Utah?

HI. Two quick points: First, although I practice in Louisiana, I lived in California prior to passing the bar. Double check with a local...

Is pre-trial diversion a conviction? and is it the same thing as deferred adjudication?

Hi. I'm a Louisiana attorney who practices criminal defense. Pre-trial diversion is not a conviction. Essentially, you agree to perform certain...

How do I preserve the last day to file a potential lawsuit without a lawyer?

I'm a Louisiana attorney who practices employment discrimination law. First and foremost, you should call an attorney immediately to properly...

Must my ex sign the QDRO before a judge signs? How do I get the court to force him to sign. We have a stipulated judgement.

Hi - I'm a Louisiana attorney who practices family law. Yes, your spouse must sign the QDRO before the judge signs. However, because you've...