How can I avoid Federal Prison?

First of all you are not going to federal prison. You violated state law and the worst thing that can happen to you is that you will go to state...

Can I terminate my Lawyer that was provided by Washington State to handle my criminal defense case

You cannot terminate a court appointed lawyer because you didn't hire him. The Court appoint him. If you are dissatisfied with his service you...

Is it better to appear in court for a speeding violation with a learners permit or after a valid license is issued?

Scheduling a court date until after he gets his permanent license will do nothing to change the fact that he got the ticket while he was on a...

First time CA DUI offender. Question about restricted license.

I do not know of any way to shorten the 6 month restricted period required by law on a dui first. As to your second question, you are on probation...

No it would be the opposite of wise. The costs of suit would far exceed any damages that might be awarded in a case like this.

Do I have to pay my ex child care costs if they person she's paying is a family member that is living in her home?

Are you in the middle of a divorce or is there a final decree? If it's in process, the judge will decide what is fair child support based on a...

My brother was just sentenced to 2 yrs state prison and two strike for 3 counts of robbery. was sentenced on 7/8/09

It's a little bit unclear what your question is but I assume you want to challenge the plea bargain reached by his PD. Since he's been sentenced...

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I was accused of shoplifting, but never went to court, just paid a fine. Will this be available in a background check ?

You should have followed your instincts instead of your husband's advice. You were "booked" at the police station which means your offense was...

Does my landlord have to honor the lease even if they say there is a typo. The lease has been in effect for 6 months already?

Once the lease expires its terms have no applicability to your month to month tenancy. Even if you could get away with paying 775 they'd just give...

Is it "illegal" (may be too strong a word) to witness a theft or vandalism, and not report the crime to police?

Failure to report a crime on federal property is a felony (misprison of felony). However, generally, you have no obligation to come forward to...