What are my options besides hiring a lawyer? I am willing to negotiate

The consensus on AV VO is that you do not have to pay the money. If you don't. It's very unlikely they will try and collect it. If the police were...

Should I be worried about being prosecuted, IF they even notice the missing merchandise if there wasn't continuous surveillance?

They may be able to use the evidence they have to circumstantially prove that you stole the merchandise. An attorney would have to evaluate piece...

Can i get an epo or restraing order if he's already filed one?

This sounds like a family law question. By filing your own restraining order, you run the risk that the judge perceives it as another form of...

Can I sue my college Georgia State University for robbery?

Robbery is a crime...you can not charge your campus with that, but you may be able to sue them for not providing the proper security on campus. ...

Early termination changing lawyer

The nature of the offense lends itself to you staying on probation for the full five years. In my opinion it's unlikely they will terminate the...

The other party must be at least 18 years old. If the mother was involved, she would be criminally prosecuted along with you. You better wait.

Is there any hope of getting reinstated? What is the best possible outcome holding the shortest sentence if violated?

He may be eligible to get a diversionary program that would give him a decent chance of not being violated for a conviction. However, if a...

Is there anyway to get released on house arrest or monitored release?

The prosecutors in L.A. County typically do not agree to house arrest because they do not believe it is a punishment. There are other alternatives...

What is(if any) the mandatory minimum sentence for misdemeanor drug possession in California, if you have priors?

There is no mandatory minimum sentence for the situation you describe. You should hire him a good local criminal defense attorney to assist him...

Does my son need a lawyer to represent him? If dropped will it be on his record?

If you son has a criminal case pending, he absolutely needs a criminal defense attorney to defend him. Sounds like he has a defense, you will have...