I'm being charged with residential burglary and the judge is gonna give me 2 years...but I had absolutely nothing to do with it.

How are they "going to give you two years" unless you plead guilty and admit you did something you say you didn't or you've gone to trial and...

Selected as the best answer

"Property seized for forfeiture"

If this is an Iowa situation, this is best posted in the Iowa forums. I cannot specifically comment on Iowa law, but yes - it sounds as though...

I got a ticket for petty theft at a store for allegedly removing an item

If you plead guilty, you'll have a theft conviction on your record forever. You'll have issues with employment, student loans, background checks...

Criminal defense attorney needed for battered women syndrome

First and foremost - make sure notice if appeal is timely filed - within 60 days of sentencing. The defendant will be appointed counsel if they...

Criminal defense appeals attorney needed for battered women syndrome, a felony appeal needed

First and foremost - make sure notice if appeal is timely filed - within 60 days of sentencing. The defendant will be appointed counsel if they...

DA is filing charges against me, possibly for concealing an item or possibly petty theft. Not sure of the exact charges yet.

Unfortunately, things have gotten way out of hand. It's time for an attorney. You need a good criminal defense attorney. I'd strongly suggest you...

I was charged with residential burglary But didn't do it. And about to be sentenced. is there anything I can do?

The only way you get sentenced is if you plead guilty or were convicted at trial. If you lost at trial, you need to file a motion for a new...

Shoplifted at Burglington Coat Factory In need of advice!

Please do not listen to attorneys from out of state. As well-meaning as they may be, laws vary from state to state. Case in point with the...

When exactly does a Summary Probation End?

It would be three calendar years from the date you were sentenced. It would end 8/12/14. You're off as of now. Assuming you had no violations,...

Is there any lawyer that can work with me on payments on a first offensive DUI

I'm sure you'll get flooded with replies. Yes, many do. You may have to spend some time narrowing down your choices and make some calls to...