I got caught with less than a Gram of Cocaine, have no previous record & wondering if I were to get pre trial, what would happen

Pre trial diversion is sort of like being on probation. But instead of you pleading guilty in court and answering to the judge, you admit...

People often get the crimes on "Battery" and "Assault" mixed up. A battery is an unconsensual touching. So it you hit or push or even kiss...

False report

You need to hire a lawyer to defend you and to access any civil claims you may have against the store or others. There are time limitations for...

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Accused of shoplifting

It is unfortunate that they decided to issue you the criminal summons prior to them fully investigating the facts. That being said, you now have a...

Someone stole my personal check that I wrote out for cash he signed my name on the back of my check an deposited it in his accou

You should contact both law enforcement and your bank. The police will open a criminal investigation and give you a file number. Bring that...

What is the severity of a 2nd offense domestic charge and failure to appear in court? How long is jail time for this crime?

Domestic abuse battery is defined in LA RS 14:35.3. It says that second offense carries not less than 60 days and up to a year. This statute is...

You need to contact an attorney who is licensed in Montana to help you with this specific question. Failing to abide by any court order is...

Can an government agency sentence me to a life time with my name on a criminal registry system without a criminal conviction?

I suggest that you hire an attorney who can sit down with you and help you this matter. You may have time limitations so I suggest that you act...

Will I have a criminal record if I was never arrested?

A summons would normally be listed as an "offense" on a criminal background check or rap sheet. If it was expunged, then that implies that it has...

If someone is charged with terrorism, how many years can someone be sentenced?

La RS 14:128.1 provides the definition and penalty provision for terrorism under state law. There are several possible penalties based upon the...