Shoplifted, what does getting an attorney do?

No, shoplifting is criminal. Yes, you may get a demand letter from the store. Some people call it a fine. It's not a civil "fine" - it's a...

Shoplifting ticket? What does this mean? What do I do?

The citation may be the only notice you get, so I wouldn't wait for anything in the mail. You've got a court date on your ticket. Spend the...

How long can he face if you have priors and get arrested for samthing

There's no way to predict. On paper? Let's be honest - it doesn't sound good. Priors? If he has priors for sales and this case is charged as...

First the good news: as a first offense and under $950, there is a good chance she will "only" face misdemeanor charges. I say only because any...

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What should I do? what should I say in the court?

You are looking at the very likely filing of charges for some sort of domestic violence charges. From what you describe, it sounds as though you...

Unfortunately, you got yourself in a tough spot. He cannot "drop" charges against you. That decision is entirely up to the prosecutor. The other...

Penal Code section 245 (A) (1) has two different theories. It is either assault with a deadly weapon other than a firearm or assault with force...

Will I be summoned by court where I was victim but declined to press charge?

It isn't up to you to "press" or "drop" charges. The prosecutor's office is who decides. If you are properly subpoenaed, yes - you have to...

What is the difference between using the clause "I do not remember" vs "I do not recall" in court procedures?

No difference - either lays the foundation for the attorney asking the questions to allow the witness to refresh their recollection in some way -...

I was charged with a felony 459 p.c. commercial burglary. When is the best time to petition for it to be reduced?

The best time would have been as part of your plea deal - either that is reduced on exchange for a plea or has a built-in reduction after a certain...