I just got caught today shoplifting and was charged with a petty theft. I am so worried because I filed for an I-485 application

What is the value of the alleged item that was taken? It sounds like you have been working hard, and made a mistake. It also seems like you...

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Theft accusations?

I do not think the police would make an arrest based on this type of report. If he has an issue with it, it seems like something that would be...

I've been charged with petty theft and wondered what would be the worst conviction I could receive?

There are a lot of factors that I would need to consider to better assess the situation. For starters, what was the value of the item(s) that was...

Is there a statue of limitations on a dui. i had two but they are 8 and 9 years old.

Where are your DUI's, in Arizona? Are they DUI convictions, and if so, did you satisfy all the terms of the probation for each one? If not, then...

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My brother was arrested for a DUI. This was his first offense. How long will he be in jail. It has been there almost 2 weeks.

Was there a serious accident that he was involved in at the time of his DUI arrest? I am very surprised that he is being held in jail so long...

Is there anything I can do about the DMV suspending my license twice for a first offense?

It seems unfair, but that is how the system works, and I don't believe there is any recourse. I wish I had a better answer for you, because I...

False theft accusations

First of all, I would be surprised if there were any criminal charges brought against you based on what you are saying. If there are, you can get...

2nd time petty theft as an adult. need help.

The good news is that the item was valued at under $10. This should be a mitigating factor when determining punishment (if found or you plead...

She has a case, an attorney would need to dive further into the details to determine how strong the case is. There are potential challenges to...

I was an a car accident I take rx medications for the last five yrs for a blood test was taken without my consent never asked to

Although I understand the basic details of what happened, I am not sure what your question is. Are you being charged with a DUI? If so, and your...