My 15yr old son and friend got caught shoplifting at JCPenny(TX).

The advice on this forum is generally to ignore these demands for a number of reasons. The letter should specify the code section underwhich the...

The facts here are really a bit vague. Particularly di=ue to the reference of making restitution. It causes me to wonder if there is an underlying...

What to do when facing felony charges in court and no money for attorney?

Ms. Sinclair and Mr. Regan offer not just good but perfect suggestion.

My ex wife was just arrested for drug-related violent crime. Can I get custody of my kids taken away from her?

Do exactly what Mr. Regan suggests. My only additional comment is to do so today, if not immediately.

Does a plea bargain have to be approved by a judge in court on a court date before it is carried out?

Your question is a bit problematic as it is in two parts. I do not know the procedural process for dismissals in AL. DA may be able to just tell...

I would expect that entry of a guilty plea eliminates the ability to appeal , at least to some degree. I would expect that a request to modify is...

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Can I withdraw my guilty plea from over a year ago based off of a related Supreme Court ruling on Mcneely v. Missouri?

Even with the change in law, am not sure you can simply move to withdraw the plea. You should definitely talk to an attorney. If you were...

Can i be sued or denied unemployment for walking out of my job because the wanted my to sell cigarettes and alcohol to minors

I do not think you can be sued. There may be some other consequences, though. Can some other company deny you employment. If MO is an at will...

If i was found guilty at trial for 2nd degree burglary can i still appeal the charge

You can appeal once the court has imposed a judgement. The unasked question is what might happen. Keep in mind that most appeals, especially where...

What are the united states laws on abortions and california's laws on abortion

There are a number of methods and sources that you mght check for an answer to your question. I suggest that if it is personal, see your on OB/GYN...