DWLS 3rd degree pre-trial...what should I expect?

You can get up to 90 days in jail, a $1000 fine and two years of montiored probation. The chances for a reduction will depend on the court, the...

Got caught shoplifting at sears in washington

I think you may be confused about the "ticket" issued by the officer. Shoplifiting is a criminal offense punishable up to a year in jail and a...

A deferred prosecution is essentially a contract with the court to put off prosecution of the DUI for 5 years. Upon completion the charge is...

I am positive for amphetamines, will i get in trouble for this for my base line ua?

Yes, this most likely a violation of your probation. How you are sanctioned will have at least a little to do with how your react. Courts (and...

I went differed on a dui two weeks ago I recently found new information that I think will prove innocense can I take back plea

Withdrawing from a deferred prosecution is roughly analogous to withdrawing a plea of guilty. Withdrawal of a guilty plea is a very hard thing to...

A speeding ticket is a civil infraction. If you do not respond to a civil infraction the court will simply find you have committed the offense in...

There are three agencies that I recommend in the Snohomish County area: Assessment and Treatement Associates (Mountlake Terrace); 425-289-1600...

I was caught at school high and i had weed in my car. will i get my license suspended and be put on probation?

First of all, good job going out and doing the drug assessment right away. This can only help. You can potentially be charged in adult or juvenile...

Warrant in another state

The warrant can potentially remain forever. You need to conact an attorney licensed to pracitce in PA and arrange to get a court date to quash the...

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My thirteen year old son was caught shoplifting a 5 dollar item, should I hire a lawyer?

A diversion is the usual offer in a case like this. Community service, restitution and theft awareness are likely to be a part of the proposed...