Can I go to jail if for truancy when I was served when I was 17 and my court date is after my 18th birthday?

It depends. Generally speaking, if this is a first offense, it will more than likely be some form of remedial action, like a fine, community...

What to do.. Intake Officer

Juvenile systems are supposed to be rehabilitative efforts in most states. When dealing with the police or juvenile probation, exercise your right...

Was my rights or privacy violated . can i hire a lawyer to sue.

Who do you want to sue? The store? The police? What information were you feeling was private that was disclosed by who? It is difficult to...

I am out on bond on a felony forgery charge in Iowa. This is my first offense. What will happen if I fail my first drug test?

None of us know what the future will hold for you. There are several possible outcomes. It is possible that they will revoke your bond. It is...

If i wrecked into a fence driving a friends car then left the seen of the crime ?

You do not need to be making admissions on this board. Please seek counsel immediately! Do not discuss the facts with anyone but your attorney, ...

Is there a law that governs the charging crime? Charging a more serious crime to keep a defendant in jail instead of a true one.

Generally speaking: Overcharging is commonplace. Once there is a finding of probable cause, usually there is no recourse. You have the right to a...

Where do I stand as the father of my 4 month old child I am seeking custody in the state of Ca.

While I don't believe this case is criminal in nature (juvenile law) I believe it is primarily family/domestic law and a custody issue. But I...

16 year old pregnant by 19 year old in California

While I agree with the California Attorney's advice. As a collateral matter if he is charged with a sexual offense, and he pleads guilty or or is...

Juvenile charged with a misdemeanor, just received probation today, probabtion officer is Chief of Court Services why?

Probation departments are a part of the judicial branch of our government. (In most states). They are part of the services offered by the court to...

While we can not predict what will happen in the future. Past experiences allow us to make speculations about what the consequences of a criminal...