Spitting on another is not permitted (generally speaking). A crime involves the legal theory of a 'mens rea', which means 'criminal mind', or...

What is the average cost of a lawyer to represent a first time DUI case? Also Avg punishment?

It could range anywhere from $900 - $10,000+. A first time DUI is in the category of a misdemeanor. Fines could be $5,000 + 364 days in jail. ...

Wondering what kind of jail time a friend is looking at

Theft 2 is a Class "C" Felony. As to how much time, I would have to look at his criminal history and review is Offender Score.

A family Member of mine was arrested and now charged for "1st degree criminal trespass". Keep attorney or hire lawyer?

Never. No case is ever 100% guaranteed. In fact, every trial has risks. As to the legal fees, I will not comment on another's legal fees,...

Can you fire a puplic attorney

Yes, you can. Technically, a Client can fire the Attorney and an Attorney can fire a Client. Call Me Now. Vr

Pulled over in Washington state (king county) I had less then 10 dollars of marijuana on me and was arrested and released. Help!

You could receive a hearing notice to come to court in a few weeks. After you hire a lawyer, he or she can see if some significant negotiations...

I'm looking for a consultation with a criminal defense and tax attorney, preferably in one person.

First, go call a Family Lawyer. From there, consider other options (ie. other types of attorneys). Call me now. Vr

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I took 60 dollars from an elderly woman i took care of at an assisted living facility. what are the penalties?

Theft 3rd Degree. Penalties will probably be a fine and possible jail time - "possible" jail time. Without knowing everything, possibly up to a...

Do you think my friend has a chance to fight this 1st degree home invasion with a deadly weapon?

You can always (generally speaking) fight the case. Based on someone's allegation, probable cause CAN exist.

An Alford plea, similar but not exactly the same as an in re Barr plea is for him to tell the judge that although he doesn't think he's guilty, he...