Help, 18 years old citation for petty theft need advice for court hearing

You should speak with an attorney. If you qualify for a public defender, you can ask the court that one be appointed for you. Make sure not to...

Can I travel into the US from the UK with a bench warrant?

You should hire a local attorney to put your case on calendar for a bench warrant recall. Many attorneys on AVVO, including myself, provide free...

My wife received a ticket for turning left during 8-8:30am from an elementary school. She didn't see the sign.

I agree that you need to take pictures and get an attorney to fight this. Take pictures of the sign as soon as possible, because you never know...

I was recently put on informal probation do I need to check in?

Check with your attorney or the court clerk to find out if you were ordered to continue turning in proof of attendance. Informal probation does...

I have a misdemenor shoplifting case on my record. I just was charged with a felony shoplifting charge. What are my options?

I agree with my colleagues that there are too many missing facts. Many attorneys on AVVO, including myself, offer free consultations. You should...

I was caught shoplifting and got petty theft 488PC. What do i do now?

You must go to your court date. It is not up to the store whether to prosecute you or not. The police officer will send his report to the District...

The DMV and the courts are two separate entities. The DMV can take action for a DUI arrest even if the District Attorney dismissed the criminal...

Misdemeanor Petty Theft?

You can ignore the civil demand as it won't affect the criminal charges pending against you. Any restitution can be worked out through your...

On 4/3/2013 my nephew pleaded guilty to two felony charges .He,s never been in trouble in his life before . he got 6 months

Domestic violence can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, so the fact that your nephew was charged with felony domestic violence suggests that...

I just came out of court and I asked for a public defender I'm guilty but I don't know if I did the right thing?

I also agree with my colleagues. You did not do anything wrong in asking for the public defender. You have the right to be represented by an...