What can I expect?

Yes they can charge you with a misdemeanor but I'm not sure a class 2 is appropriate based on what you've said. You need to get a good criminal...

What if I contact someone who has a restraining order not to contact me? i didnt request the order and i want to talk

You can ask for the order to be vacated or modified. It usually won't be until much much later or when the case ends. You have no power other...

Can I do Jail time? How do I beat my case?

You need to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer or apply for a public defender if you cannot afford one. These are incredibly serious...

Will I go back to jail?

Make sure you are paying something as often as you can. Whether it is 5, 10, 20, or 50, just do what you can. If you are making an honest effort, I...

My son was caught driving the other night after a few beers. He refused. This is his 3rd one in 4 years. What might happen

Mr. Leroi is right. This is bad news. The other issue that may arise is whether or not he is understand restraint. Given the number of priors in...

What elements are needed ie threats, intimidation, ?? to prove domestic violence attached to harassment through text messaging

There are a variety of subsections that you could be being charged under. The statute governing harassment is 18-9-111. Sections e, f, g, or h...

DUI stop. The time frame a proper investigation should take place.

Mr. Pirosko is right. He is also a great DUI attorney. Your energy should be spent getting the best dui attorney you can. There a lot of very good...

Honestly, this is one of very many reasons to obtain an experienced DUI attorney. Outside of those incredibly odd cases, appeals only deal with the...

You raise a lot of issues. The first thing to understand is that this sort of thing happens every single day. The second thing to understand is...

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What is the likely hood of not recieving jail time for a second offense for the same crime? Shoplifting class2 petty misdemeanor

Given your circumstances, you should contact an experienced criminal defense attorney. You need to consider trial on the facts as you have...