In a criminal proceeding, would one have to file a counterclaim to seek civil damages? Or could this be done at a later time?

You cannot file a counterclaim in a criminal case. You need to find a plaintiff civil attorney with whom to discuss this matter.

My husband was charged with burglary, theft, and intent to utter a fictitious note/check

It's very hard to answer this based on the few facts you've given. He is out of state? He should definitely consult a private defense attorney and...

What is the court process for petty larceny?

I agree with the other attorneys. The first court date is an arraignment--you should request a public defender if you cannot afford an attorney....

I feel in the dark and my son seemed to have been sentenced way too fast.

He likely pleaded guilty at his first appearance, which is never a good choice but apparently what's done is done. It is incredibly hard to...

Can I sue a park for an injury?

I don't see anyone being liable for your injuries other than you in this scenario.

You should definitely seal your criminal record, as it will make the petit larceny as though it never happened (as opposed to a dismissal). An...

You should seal your record and then seek a pardon; an attorney could handle both for you if you don't want to deal with it yourself. Sealing your...

I was with someone that took something from walmart, both of us are being charged with petty larceny, I didn't do it so what now

You need to immediately inform your felony attorney of this development, and the best case scenario is a dismissal of the petit larceny charge so...

What's the difference from a regular drug test and a post accident drug test?

There shouldn't be any difference in the administration of the test--post-accident drug tests are pretty standard.

You are describing a civil rights case and not a murder case. You should contact an Arizona attorney, as this event occurred in Phoenix. If this...