In shoplifting case, what happens if store intentionally misrepresents value of merchandise leading to arrest?

If property was under $50 the case "wobbles" in that it can be charged as a misdemeanor or infraction. This is entirely within the government's...

My wallet got stolen and all my id and cards are there what should i do?

As the other attorneys have advised, file a police report and call your credit card companies. Often having a copy of the police report forwarded...

Will it matter if the dectective an arresting officer are here what can happen if i dont testify?

Your question is a bit unclear but I'll surmise that your a domestic violence victim and you don't want to testify against your boyfriend or spouse...

Four years ago a friend was staying with us and her boyfriend came to my home after he tried to kill someone, I went to sheriff

Yes, contact the police. You can also get a restraining order. The individual may or may not have committed a crime. You can also hire a...

I was at Macys shopping for Xmas presents and taking pictures of items/products so I could text to family members for gift idea

You should hire an attorney. An attorney can attempt to convince the prosecutor not to file any case against you. It's best not to wait for the DA...

Federal prosecutor won't give me immunity unless I forfeit all of my drug profits. How do I challenge that?

You are a government snitch and are obliged to return your ill gotten gains. You sound like a defense attorney's dream: you turned state's...

Can I go to Thailand with a bench warrant?

Get an attorney in Michigan to appear on your behalf to clear the warrant by calendaring matter and explaining that you did requirements and are in...

As pointed out, there is no bail in juvenile cases thus the decision to release following the filing of juvenile petition is within the discretion...

If detectives and DA conspire to get an innocent person in prison what can be done?

You should consult an attorney in private to do see if anything can be done. This extremely difficult to prove. It sounds like your son admitted...

I was arrested when I was 18 in Santa Clara county how can I get this off my record? I am now in my 50's

It's unclear what is on your record. To determine this get a livescan which is available at many locations for a low cost. Likely you'll have an...