If you shoplifted in AZ but live in ILL can you do a diversion like program from ILL to satisfy AZ requirements?

Most likely not. Assuming you're eligible for a diversion program, they are generally court specific here. If you get convicted it's on your...

If you are that close to your 18th birthday they certainly can wait and file as an adult. While your juvenile record may not be used against you...

What kind of fines might he get and will he have to serve time in jail? How much time could he have to serve?

Your friend needs to go talk to a lawyer right away. There are a lot of possible sentences he faces and the list is way too long to type here. We...

Can I take any kind of action?

Generally the sale of goods over $500 needs to be in writing to be enforceable. If the cart was to be more than $500 it's going to be a tough...

Please advise to the above scenario

If your rent was due on the 5th and you paid on the 6th you may be in breach of the lease and have to pay a late fee. There isn't much information...

1.) Was I properly notified of the court date (2) Can I request an extension to find an attorney?

You can certainly request the court to set it for another day, but because of the sensitive nature of issuing these orders the time lines are very...

What might be my punishment, and can getting my medical card help my situation?

What you face is dependent upon a lot of information not presented here. How was it charged, do you have any priors, etc. To your other question,...

Can he change his attorney?

He can file a written request to change his attorney but it's not a guarantee the judge will grant it. Besides, he may dislike the next one even...

Which statement will be used in court? Or will they not use her statements at all?

The question of what the truth is would be up to the jury. Victims in relationship cases routinely change their stories to the point it's...

Trial without the victim

As my colleague notes, there may still be ways to get a conviction without the victim being present. You need to review your case in detail with a...