Is there a good case I can read concerning "the elements of duress" in a resisting and obstruction conviction?

Have you spoke to your attorney about this idea? It is a good one and you need to explore it but realize that it would very difficult to explain...

I was accused of shoplifting because I found a security tag in the clothing that I bought and I did not notify anyone because I

Sounds to me that you have a problem. Where did the security tag come from? You should have just told the truth from the beginning because they...

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I had a dui changed to neg 1 with successful 2 yr probation. Will I have to appear in court when that has happened?

The dui is being amended to Neg 1st so you will have to be there. Glad to here that you are doing better and following the program

Ive never been in trouble and im being charged w/ 2cts of felony and 2cts of misdemeanor theft by taking. can i avoid jail time?

Sitting down with an attorney from your area is the way to go. By sitting down and explaining all of the issues at hand he/she will be able to...

You can find out the definition of 3rd degree attempted rape by doing a google search "RCW wa state rape 3rd degree" You will see what the range...

First time Shoplifting. Will this be in my criminal record? Is there any way to prevent this from going into my record?

There are several options available to you as a defendant to keep this off of your record and getting an attorney is the only way for you to know...

I am the protected person in a DV case that's closed and need legal representation to get a NCO removed.

I am experienced but I live in Moses Lake,WA. Call if you don't find someone closer. What court is it in? District or Superior Court?

To be found guilty of perjury a person has to lie under oath. A plea of not guilty at the beginning of a case is just a way to allow the defendant...

If a defendant is guilty, is it better to tell his defense lawyer that he is not guilty or should he tell his lawyer the truth?

The plea you give the court at the start of any criminal case is not guilty. WHY? Because you as a defendant have RIGHTS? You must take the...

Arrested for a 2nd dui but appeared in court and no charges where filed, will it still be violation of probation?

Yes there could be a probation violation issue because those are not required to be proven beyond a reasonable doubt, just by a preponderance of...