Can I still go back to wal mart store to shop even if they caught me i case of shoplifting. I have never had court order.

4 years later, go for it, if you must. But isn't Target a better option anyway?

Is there any case law, jury instruction etc... that would apply to provocation being used as a defense for battery?

Who is trying this case? Jury instructions are something the trial attorney should be handling. As a general matter, there is really no...

How much time will 18yr for PC459 w no priors? Should I post bail or does is go down by him waiting?

He will be arraigned on Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon. A public defender will be appointed to help him. Burglary of a residence is a serious...

What to do after being caught shoplifting?

There are literally thousands of posts on this site which address your questions. Perhaps look for a legal guide as well. Until then, for the...

Do I need a private attorney?

Sounds like a tough spot for you and your family. Assuming your case is in Riverside County, unfortunately, I'm not surprised by the unreasonable...

Two violent misdemeanors from 2008 were just dismissed, years after I unknowingly violated probation. Might I be re-charged?

Failing to pay a fine is almost NEVER grounds for violation of probation. Your specific public defender may be "nowhere to be found," but surely...

Do I need a criminal defense lawyer?

You may want to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney who practices in San Diego County. Check profiles here on AVVO and make a...

Ask the school if they will reinstate you. If the answer is NO, then you must go back to court and ask the judge to re-refer you to the class. It...

Is a continuance without a finding a viable option for me to pursue in court for my recent DWI/reckless endangerment charge?

It's not at all clear what you are asking? Court cases are routinely "continued" for a variety of reasons: to allow time to retain counsel, to...

Can we have legal sex?

Although I question your mother's stance on this, her advice is surely sound--for God's sake please use birth control. Regarding the legalities of...