The right to a speedy trial

Once you have your conflict counsel assigned, ask immediately for the counsel to assert your right to a speedy trial. Depending on the court and...

Was caught shoplifting (I know, Im an idiot) waiting to go to court but I called Walmarts asset recovery number and they said...

Paying the civil fine now will be an admission of guilt that could be used against you in a criminal trial. You may ultimately end up pleading...

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What is the best way to deal with having an arrest warrant for a Class B misdemeanor (drug related charges)?

Whether or not you will be booked into jail depends entirely on who and why the arrest warrant was issued. Without knowing more, I cannot say if...

My mom was set up last month by police and task force saying she was in possession of a controlled substance

Your mother definitely needs a lawyer of her own. It's would be impossible to give her candid advice about her situation on this website. Suffice...

I was just charged with a Class B Theft Misdemeanor a day ago. Im in the process of fixing my parents papers. Will this affect?

US citizens are allowed to petition for their parents, even if they have a misdemeanor pending or have been convicted of a misdemeanor. Talk to...

Should I fight my careless driving charge?

I don't think what you described qualifies as "careless driving" in Utah. Careless driving for using a cell phone requires "operating the motor...

From your question, it is unclear whether someone wants to sue your for a civil suit or press criminal charges. The standards for the two are...

Got caught shoplifting at walmart. It was stupid i know but im afraid of what could happen. What should i do?

A first offense shoplifting charge usually does not require jail time. Ask the judge to appoint a public defender for you. The defender can explain...

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I have 5 misdemeanors 1. possession of drug paraphernalia 2. criminal mischief 3. criminal trespassing 4. theft 5. domestic vi

Please only answer a question once. If you want to add more detail, use the "comment" button to clarify issues. Generally, arrests do appear on...

I have 5 misdemeanors 1. possession of drug paraphernalia 2. criminal mischief 3. criminal trespassing 4. theft 5. domestic vio

Most likely, yes. Background checks usually show convictions for felonies and misdemeanors. If someone is looking for misdemeanors, they can find...