How can I get this case dismissed ?

We have seen situations in which the alleged victim is not taken seriously unless the alleged victim hires an attorney. You should consult a...

Will an arrest that's been expunged with prejudice show up on a background check?

Unfortunately, private database services sometimes include information on arrests and convictions that have been expunged. We always advise people...

Got caught shoplifting at Walmart, will she go to jail?

Any crime carries the risk of jail time being imposed. So if you ask whether there is a possibility of her going to jail, the answer would have to...

HHow do I get the charges stopped against my boyfriend?

District Attorneys enjoy vast discretion when it comes to deciding what cases to prosecute. Your best move would be to consult an attorney who...

Can I be charged with theft if dept. Store thought I had stolen clothes in my purse didn't actually see me put in purse

You could be charged with theft. Smart move would be to consult a criminal defense attorney in private. What you post online is not confidential....

The age of consent in Oregon is 18. You should consult a family attorney for the issues you have raised concerning parental rights and support.

Does a Class C Misdemeanor stay on my record? If so, how do I expunge it?

Many misdemeanors and felonies qualify for expungement in Oregon. See ORS 137.225 for the details of Oregon's expungement law. You should consult a...

If your daughter has applied for court appointed counsel and if she qualifies, she should have been assigned an attorney now. Practices vary from...

What should I expect? Am I looking at jail time? Can I return to California?

Consult an attorney in private immediately. There is much an attorney can do to help protect your freedom, including your freedom to drive. For...

Search warrants can be challenged. Under the constitution, a warrant can be challenged if it was issued in the absence of probable cause, or if it...