Behind Closed Doors

Yes, it happens all the time.

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What are the benefits of getting a lawyer BEFORE my first court date?

The advantages of having a lawyer are numerous. First of all, the lawyer can appear for you, so that you never even have to go to court. Second,...

Is probation against public policy if it inhibits employment and destroys family life.

The law strikes an imperfect balance between numerous competing interests. One is to make life tough on people who commit crimes, so as to deter...

What does it mean to be "convicted" and does employee theft ends up on jail time?

You are not convicted. You are not convicted until you are found guilty by a court of law. If you could pay back the amount you stole, it will be...

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I was charged with Petty Theft 490.1(a) and i want a civil compromise to avoid this going on my record how do i get one ?

In my experience, courts are not inclined to do civil compromises in shoplifting cases. Usually the store is not in agreement with it. You should...

Certificate Of Rehabilitation pc 4852.01

No. The more time the better.

I was charged with a felony when i was 17 i had brass knukles.but then he cleared me he said my record would be clean.

Assuming you were charged as a juvenile, you can still buy a firearm. Still, you should petition to have your juvenile record sealed. This way it...

2002 I spent 17 months fighting a case ( for a1 Yr County lid) It went to trial at the time that Samantha Runion Body was Found.

You can apply for a Certificate of Rehabilitation after ten years and, if it is granted, you will no longer have to register and you will be taken...

Can a demurrer be refiled if it is denied for lack of proof of service to the DA with the court?

Usually in such a case the demurrer would be denied "without prejudice," meaning if refiled properly the demurrer could still be heard. Normally a...

I was arrested for a warrant for an unpaid ticket and suspended license, twice in 1 day, trial date in 2 days?

It's not your trial that's in 2 days, but just an arraignment, which is your first court date. You do need an attorney and if you can't afford one,...