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I was caught shoplifting when I was 17; they are prosecuting me now while I am 18; can they do that? What can I expect?
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Answered on May 02, 2012
The best approach is to retain counsel to assist you. He/she can communicate with the court, have your warrant vacated, and then defend and...
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Theft / means of transportation
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Answered on May 01, 2012
You are smart to be concerned. Anyone charged with a crime should be concerned and approach it in the most serious fashion. However, given your...
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My fiance is being charged for assault in a DV case, and i am the vicitm and the state of az is pressing the charges.
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Answered on May 01, 2012
In Arizona the defendant's (your fiancé's) lawyer is prohibited from contacting you directly, but you can contact him/her to discuss the case. That...
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If your a minor who ran away from charges, what happends when you turn 18 if you never went back?
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Answered on May 01, 2012
No a pending case/matter/warrant etc. will not automatically disappear when you turn 18. You should consult a lawyer directly about your...
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Should I plead not guilty or guilty?
Should I get a continuancy?
What is the best thing for me to do in this situation?
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Answered on April 30, 2012
An attorney is not going to advise you how to present a defense and what strategies to use on a forum like this. As the other attorney correctly...
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If i borrowed a car and it ended up being stolen can i be charged with theft of means of transportation...i had the keys
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Answered on April 30, 2012
Can you be "charged", yes. Are you guilty or will you be found guilty by a jury, that is an entirely different question. Sounds like you have a...
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Im 17 and got two speeding tickets in Scottsdale. 1 ticket is criminal speeding and registration violation.
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Answered on April 29, 2012
Needless to say, if you don't already have an attorney you need to get one ASAP to advocate for you and defend against the charges. And "if" your...
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What to do
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Answered on April 29, 2012
If you have an attorney you need to speak with him/her. If not then you need one ASAP. That is the most effective way to protect yourself and to...
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My husband's attorney told us that the US Attorney used old charges to consider him an Arm Career Criminal.Can they do that?
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Answered on April 28, 2012
Unfortunately the answe yes. That's the point: Once you get a certain number of past "violent" crimes you can be treated more harshly upon being...
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Immigration hold~ How can that be removed from an inmate if he has a residency card and is legal?
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Answered on April 27, 2012
I agree with most of what my colleagues have said. However, it's very important that your attorney assess the overall situation and consult and...