Is it true that if stolen item is not found /recovered circumstantial evidence will not survive.

Not ture. Recovery of the stolen property is not required to convict. You can be convicted on witness testimony and/or circumstantial evidence...

How should my 24 yo daughter respond to a police officer's request to contact him regarding an accusation of mail theft?

Your daughter should not respond unless it is through her attorney. If the police contact her, she should demand an attorney and exercise her right...

The initial hearing is called an arraignment. You will plead not guilty, receive court dates and get assigned an attorney, if you cannot afford...

DUI diversion revocation hearing

The prosectuor would have to prove that you violated the terms by a preponderance of the evidence. This is a lower standard than required for a...

It's unclear whether you were asking about your criminal history with the courts, your driving abstract with DOL, your credit report or all of the...

It's typical for the State to not file charges at arraignment. This give them more time to put their case together before they file. If charges...

The prosecutor will review the information and make a decision. I've seen BAC lower than this get charged, but it's rare. On the other hand, being...

What should I expect at court?

I would say that you cannot afford NOT to hire an attorney. A theft conviction will make it very hard to work and support your family. The court...

No, the law does not require you to identify the driver even though the court form appears differently.

What is the potential sentence if convicted for the 2 felony charges in Seattle, Washington?

The sentencing range (minimum-maximum time) in Washington is based on the charges and criminal history. There are also potential enhancements and...