What should I do for a first time offense for being accused of shoplifting amount was $49? Do I need a criminal defense lawyer?

Yes, you need a lawyer. If you're convicted of shoplifting, it will cause problems for the rest of your life. Don't assume the case will go away,...

Do I need a public defender for stealing? If there was already a warrant out for me, will they arrest me if unable to pay?

Yes, you need a lawyer, whether it's someone you hired or a court appointed public defender. A theft conviction could ruin your life. No...

How do i get paper work on what i have to do to pay my dui off?

Contact the clerk of the court where the DUI conviction occurred. If you haven't paid, the amount has probably increased considerably.

Can I get convicted if I went to a mall with a couple of friends and one of my friends stole and we all left in the same car ?

There is no way a stranger on the internet can predict the outcome of your case. Your lawyer will get all of the information about the case and...

Does penal code 245B qualify for prop 57?

It sounds like there was a firearm use enhancement, which made it a violent felony, so he is ineligible for any relief under Proposition 57.

Must one wait to hear back from the District Attorney's office (case is pending) before one starts a small claims case?

You cannot force the District Attorney to act. They have up to three years to file a felony case, and a year if it's a misdemeanor. However, if...

How long does a inmate do on 30 days?

The jail usually calculates an inmate's credits. He may also have holds from other jurisdictions that are keeping him from being released.

This isn't really a legal question. It's up to the employer to decide whether or not to hire you. Speeding over 100 mph is a serious infraction...

Can I visit an inmate ? Would I have a warrant for this and might be a possibility to get arrested at the time?

The jail or prison will probably run your criminal history (aka rap sheet) when you show up to visit. At best, you will not be allowed to visit......

Person on probation is unable to finish drug test due to emergency. is that considered a failed test????

It depends on the nature of the *emergency." Did he stop the test mid-stream? Was he in the hospital? Did he go to the store instead of the...