Am I going to jail? will I have to register as a sex offender?

If convicted of those offenses, you would have to register as a sex offender. Moreover, you would be looking at the very real threat of jail time....

What do I do or how do I go about in trying to get my boyfriends detainer lifted?

It sounds like your boyfriend is going to have two problems, both of which require an experienced defense attorney: 1) new charges for unlawful...

Fingerprinted for $25 retail theft, but not given a citation. Previously found not guilty of same charge, will this be a misd?

You should consult with a criminal defense attorney immediately. If you were actually acquitted of the prior charge, it will not count as a prior...

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I wanted to know if me shoplifting under 20 at Walmart would go on my record for 20 years

Mr. Jones provided a thorough and correct answer. I add only this: even if you think you are guilty, you should enter a plea of not guilty and...

Sometimes it takes time for them to get around to filing a citation like this, and it is not uncommon for it to take weeks or months. Generally,...

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What is my punishment?

You need to speak with a local criminal defense attorney immediately. Unfortunately, it's not possible for attorneys on the internet to accurately...

What does a expungement for a summary offense do?

The other attorneys have provided correct answers. An expungement means removal from all state databases, but for internal records accessible only...

What did I do wrong?

As others have stated, your only real option here is to consult with a criminal defense attorney. Even if you friend did something wrong, your...

My boyfriends mom called the cops got him for harassment. and terrorist threat how long is he looking at?

Your boyfriend should speak with a local defense attorney as soon as possible. Terroristic Threats is a misdemeanor of the first degree, and the...

Can confidential informants contact the District attorneys office when the detective involved is being completely uncooperative.

The other attorneys are spot on. You can't do this without the help of local counsel. I write only to add that an important part of becoming a...