Petty theft infraction: on a scale 1 to 10, how serious is this crime?

I know this is a very lawyerly answer but: it depends. If you are applying to law enforcement or banking, they are going to care a lot more than...

What is the closest way to get a clean record after an arrest and an infraction for petty theft?

You can try to apply for a discretionary expungement under 1203.4

Apply for US Naturalization after early probation termination?

First, you need to ask this question of immigration attorneys, not criminal defense attorneys. Second, early termination of DUI probation is much...

Can I get into any legal trouble for having crystal meth and m. Mushrooms I have a fever of 102 want to go to hospital

Go to the hospital if you need medical care and be honest with the doctor about your drug use so you can be properly treated.

You might want to hire an attorney directly. Cops are always doing undercover operations and the like with massage parlors. It's always a good...

Cop ran my tag, and pulled me over cause it said owner had suspended license, was that a lawful stop?

Probably. You are not allowed to drive without a license and registration driving your car in plain view of officers puts you in jeopardy. I...

You should consult with a criminal defense attorney about the record sealing or expungement, but separately with an attorney who specializes in the...

Is it legal to film traffic court proceedings in California (at my court date)?

The rules of the courthouse do not permit you to photograph, video, or record the proceedings. If you want a record of the proceedings, you can...

Doubtful.

I was invited to a concert with a friend she had other friends meet is there we were all drinking and later one of these girls

If you haven't been caught or charged with a crime, I'd worry about something else. You're not responsible for the drinking of others unless you...