Does 'intent' have to be proven in a meter tampering case?

If you are talking about a utility meter -- and I assume you are -- then intent is an element of the crime. The crime is usually a misdemeanor,...

Can police take you to jail then execute a search warrant?

They don't just automagically get to keep his money, just because they took it, even if it was taken legally. If they intend to keep it, they will...

Can a sentenced be reduced after I been sentencedd?

The answer you received is correct. However, I can see from your comments to the answer that you may not feel fully satisfied, so I thought I'd...

My daughter and her friend was with someone that was caught shoplifting at a grocery store.

In addition to what has been said by the other lawyers who responded to this question, it is important to add this: you should explain to your...

1st time offender for robber 2nd degree

This is the same question I already answered here:...

What is punishment for 1st time robbery?

Some people will tell you that you should always hire a private attorney instead of using a public defender. Even though I am a private attorney, I...

My son burned toilet paper in the boys restroom at school

If you can afford to hire a lawyer, you may wish to make an appointment to speak to a lawyer. Many lawyers (myself included, but I am almost...

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Does fiduciary duty obligate a lawyer to investigate the impact of a plea on a client's professional license prior to the plea?

This is not really a "criminal defense" question as it is showing up on Avvo. There may be many reasons why you "should" have taken a plea...

I need help. My husband's case goes to jury trial on Tuesday for murder. The DA just found a witness that was out of the

I am answering this question even though I think you've already got two good answers because I wanted to point out that while both are good, I...

There is an excellent article right here at Avvo.com, a guide written by Robert Lee Marshall, which addresses any concern you might have about...