Is there anything he could do to lower his charges ?

Yes, the way to potentially lower charges against you is to hire a local criminal defense attorney. Having those two issues following your brother...

Unlicensed driving charge

I think you need to consult a local criminal defense or ticket attorney. You should have representation when you go to your hearing.

My friend and I were caught shoplifting in Fresno, Ca. They are sending us a fine, do we have to pay it?

I agree, if it's from a law firm trying to collect, you can turn that into a paper airplane. If it's from the courts, then call a lawyer...

Is being high on drungs a defense to a crime?

Your friend can absolutely still sue for this type of injury. The assailant being high will not be a defense in the suit. He should call a...

Do I need to hire a lawyer for a simple premise liability case I filed in Boston Federal Court?

There is nothing simple about Federal court. You need to consult a competent personal injury lawyer. Perhaps nothing has settled because you need...

What to do when a neighbor is harrasment.

If the situation gets bad enough, you'll need to call the police. That's what they are there for. Other than that, I agree, try to ignore them. ...

I recently got into a car accident in Fort Wayne, Indiana but I live in Cicero, Illinois.

You can still make a claim, regardless of where you live. You can treat with physicians near you, etc. Call a local attorney to determine where a...

Yes they are. And for the time he's looking at, it depends on how much he had. Your friend needs to hire an attorney right away, if he hasn't...

I agree with my colleagues regarding sentencing and the 8th Amendment. I would also like to add that you see harsh sentences because children are...

What will a 13 yr old get for taking 2 shirts and a hat out of a car?? But didn't get arrested!!!

I agree with my colleagues' statements here. Technically, charges could be pressed. But, with time, if the officer hasn't moved on with the case,...