I need a lawyer for a criminal case. I live in California but my case is in Texas. How can I seek help?

Have you received notice of which court in Texas will be hearing the case? If so, I would find a local Texas attorney and ask for a brief legal...

What should I do about my nontraffic violation?

I agree with Mr. Roberts. It is not a good idea to avoid paying this ticket because you believe there is inadequate information to identify you....

WHAT IS A 17B HARVEY WAIVER

A Harvey waiver allows the court to consider dismissed charges at sentencing either for the purpose of determining punishment or restitution. As...

I'm 17 , how do I leave home ?

Generally speaking, for an emancipation, a minor must show that the minor's parents or guardians do not object to emancipation. If they do object,...

Usually, you will receive a civil demand letter. My colleagues are correct that such a letter is not legally enforceable unless the merchant goes...

I was wondering what the law is regarding expunged criminal convictions.

Government jobs vary based on their hiring requirements. While some positions require disclosure of only certain offenses, other positions such as...

My husband was "deferred for continues review" for his supplemental sentence credit what can I do?

Under the IL Department of Corrections (IDOC) supplemental sentence credit program, eligibility is determined based the offense committed. Also,...

Specific charges for expungement, cost estimate and turn around time

I agree with the other attorneys that price should not be the most important consideration when clearing your criminal record. The likelihood of...

Motion to reduce felony denied with prejudice, what can I do now? expungement?

An expungement is a legal term that means dismissal of a criminal conviction. Although an expungement will not seal your criminal record and your...

I need help with a Dui case, should I bring an attorney with me?

Under Illinois' Zero Tolerance Law, a driver under the age of 21 caught with any trace of alcohol in his/her system may have his/her driver's...