Can a first time offender be put on probation instead of doing time in jail?

Let us start with a couple of issues. This person have an attorney and that would be the best place to start to get answers to these questions as...

You say pro bono attorney - do you mean one appointed to by by the court? If so - then that person is being paid - just not by you and is a...

You would probably be better off hiring an attorney to represent you and hopefully you will achieve a better outcome than representing yourself.

Can I move in with my boyfriend at the age of 16 or 17 years old?

Best to wait until you are 18 years old and considered an adult. Otherwise parental permission or emancipation is required.

Mr. St. Julian and Mr. Hobbs have given you the best answers to abide by - follow them and stay out of trouble!!

Check with the probation for acceptable places to do your community service.

Were my rights violated?

It is a bit odd the story you tell. Not doubting you - but certain things do not add up - especially if you were released on bond - as your...

I was convicted of a class A misdemeanor but it was deferred probation will it still show up on my record?

Have an attorney file a motion for "non-disclosure". This will not allow the general public to see it - but law enforcement and various licensing...

Can I get rid of a bench/arrest warrant after running from a sentence?

??? You were scheduled to be sentenced and decided to run rather than appear in court and a warrant issued fro your arrest. Hire an attorney to...

Will I be able to get into Canada?

Probation is usually a sentence you receive rather than jail time for a conviction. From what you have written it seems that you may have a...