I made a terrible decision & tried to steal a tea from a store. I got a ticket for petty theft. Do I need a lawyer?

Ask the prosecutor for a diversion. You would not enter a plea, you would take a class, and the case would be dismissed and you could seal the...

A psychiatric hospitalization may trigger a hold on a firearms application; you won't know till you apply. Such a hold may be appealed.

What should I expect for public consumption of marijuana court appearance?

Sounds like you're describing a drug petty offense, conviction of which is punishable by a fine of up to one hundred dollars, and up to twenty-four...

How do I find out if I have a warrent

There is almost certainly a warrant, if you were ordered to court and simply didn't appear. You can try calling the clerk of the court. If you're a...

We put in paperwork to close or dismiss past criminal record. What does it mean if it is granted ?

If a motion to seal the criminal record was granted, that means the judge ordered custodians of the data to reply to queries that no such records...

How do I get this bogus charge taken off my record?

If you were not charged, you can petition to seal the arrest record. You can do it yourself at the Colorado Judicial Branch website. Look under...

I have a revocation summons can my lawyer go without me ?

You can ask your lawyer, but generally you are an essential part of such a hearing.

How do I obtain a FTA release from Atlanta when I live in Denver.

Call the clerk of the Atlanta court and ask what you can do to clear up the warrant and tickets. It may be that you'll need the services of a...

At eighteen you literally are good to go.

Why did I get charged with criminal mischief because I disabled a co-owned car to stop two crimes?

Sounds like you have a defense. You should engage a lawyer to help you with it.