Part of my sentencing was a 402 .... how do I go about getting my charges dropped to the next level

File a motion to request a 402 reduction. Some offenses cannot be reduced however. It helps to get a stipulation from the prosecutor. You can...

I got charged for the very 1st time in shoplifting a baby's shoe worth $14, all unintentionally. what should i do next?

Don't panic! If this is your first offense, you have a lot of options, including keeping the shoplifting conviction off of your record. I would...

Still kind of confused on possible extradition

I agree with the other two attorneys. It is easy to find out if your husband has waived extradition. It will appear in the docket on the Colorado...

First offense: running a stop sign and driving with an expired license, will I need a lawyer for court?

It is always advisable to hire an attorney for any offense, even a traffic offense that can impact your license and potentially your job. You...

Will this be on my recorded forever? Help please!

I generally advise clients to pay the civil fees just to avoid a civil suit later on, although it is unlikely you will be sued over $26. You can...

I agree with Mr. Edwards and Mr. Neeley. Although it is unusual that it 90 days have passed and charges have not been filed, it may very well be...

I have to go to court for shoplift at the place I work, do I need a layer at that time or after the court date, or do I need at

Your initial appearance is just an arraignment where you plead guilty or not guilty. An attorney can get you out of that hearing by entering a not...

I got put in substance abuse for less than a gram of marijuana and wanted to move to seatle where it's legal

Unfortunately, you had the substance in Utah where it is not legal. It is commonplace to have to have an evaluation and treatment. If this is...

How do I avoid jail/fees when I turned in 1 of 2 fix-it tickets on time for same problem, just forgot the other one?

Don't worry about going to jail for a fix-it ticket. Just contact the court as soon as possible and ask the judge's clerk how to proceed. Most...

What can I do to help prevent my boyfriend from going to Prison for breaking our protective order?

You have several options. You can contact the prosecutor on his criminal charge and inform him or her that you would like to change the court's...