Will my shoplifting action go on my criminal record?

Mr. Kaman is right about that letter. And yes, the DA is responsible for making charging decisions. And many factors go in to that decision,...

what's going to happen? the state's attorney will review the matter and decide how to proceed. as a 12 year old any charges are likely to be in...

What can happen if i get two dui's in hawaii

2006 and 2007 are now long behind us. if you are wondering what the consequences are NOW for those traffic crimes committed THEN, then many...

What you think is going to happen?do we need a lawyer?

the possible outcomes here are dependent upon many factors, not the least of which is your son's willingness to take responsibility for his...

What can my husband expect from his 2nd DUII in 9-10 years for fines, jail time, DL suspensions-he took diversion 1st time.

so this would be the first duii where he faced conviction versus diversion. the consequence for every duii become more significant legally and...

Is it probable cause if i tell an officer i am drunk but they never saw me get into my car and see me driving from behind me?

probable cause is a fairly low standard...there are many ways of putting it, but if an officer has a reasonable belief about facts that are...

My son is being charged with a Felony >20,000.

if your son qualifies he will have an opportunity to be represented by court appointed counsel. that decision should happen at or before his...

How old does a child have to be to qualify for their own attorney

every jurisdiction behaves differently, but domestic relations courts can appoint an attorney for children of parents behaving badly through their...

I need to talk to a criminal defense lawyer in portland oregon

you might contact the oregon state bar. they have an attorney referral service and can help you find an experienced attorney to assist you.

Is there a legality issue with leaving the state without the custodial parents consent

well so many questions hinge on facts unknown here. while you have said that mom has not been the custodial parent, she may be entitled to be in...