I was caught shoplifting for some friends at h&m for 57 dollars. Would I have a criminal record?

Ususally, if a retail store pressed charges they would detain you until law enforcement came. It appears that the retail store may by content with...

You can petition to seal your record after the requisite time expires. With respect to the the civil action, you are not liable unless they file a...

Why is my burglary charge considered a felony?

The threshold amounts deal with theft not burglary which is a felony regardless of the amount at issue.

It appears someone is forging checks to me from my employer!

Obviously, do not make any statements without a lawyer. You should consult with one soon to disucss the facts and circumstances surrouding the...

Do I need an attorney to apply for sentences to be commuted to concurrent?

Assuming that you have exhausted habeus corpus proceedings, your only option is to apply for a pardon.

I filed a TPO against my ex-boyfriend and now he is suing me for abuse of process.

You need to be very agressive in taking precaustion including having a protective order so the police have a legal basiss to make an arrest should...

Can i get a felony (12/2004) and/or a misdemeanor (1/2008) in Nevada overturned/pardoned/sealed or expunged?

You can petition to seal the BWDW, a category B felony after 15 years, and DV after 7 years from the date of release from actual custody or...

Failing to update your registered address as a felon is a violation of NRS 179C.110 and charged as a misdemeanor under NRS 179C.220. Under Nevada...

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What should I do?

You should consult with a lawyer before making any admissions. Also, he may be able to contact get a OR or bail set up if a criminal complaint has...

Are there any rough timelines after indictment in criminal felony cases?

Charles is correct. However, it is usually better to move the case along while the prosecutors have willing and cooperative witnesses.