Will I have a criminal record if no cop were involve shoplifting? will I have a criminal record if I don't pay the civil demand

Agreed.. I would stay away from the store and I doubt that cops will get involved at this point - generally if the store wants to prosecute, they...

If I move to North Carolina, can I get expungements for all of my criminal cases, in Los Angeles/Ventura County out of state?

If you went to prison and were on parole you are unable to expunge.. If I am mistaken, talk to an attorney and someone can do the motion without...

Yes it is possible.. the prior DUI does not help and the DA will be less willing to deal but a good attorney should be able to help (hopefully). ...

I would pay it back asap and get help from an attorney - You do not want them filing charges because a theft crime will not be good on your record....

When should I go talk to lawyer ?

You could potentially face jail time.. the amount is small so I doubt actual jail would occur. You need to get an attorney now as mentioned in a...

Does a District Attorney ever start jury selection to "posture"?

It is a good question.. I was a prosecutor in the Riverside DA office.. If the offer was made on a homicide case it probably means the case was not...

Do not identify the driver.. Identity is an element of the offense and if it is clear it is not you, then you can't be convicted. Get an attorney...

The traffic case is a misdemeanor.. I would just do traffic school and move on. The fines go up if they amend to driving without a license. You...

Need advise on my citation of petty theft last friday and need to know my options

Sounds like an expensive book.. anyways, you need to get an attorney. If you never left the store, you have some solid defenses. Do not do this...

Child Molestation Charges....Register as a Sex Offender....Question?

There are forms to fill out, hoops to jump through.. It is not a guarantee and depends on the charges. In some cases, yes it is possible. However,...