Yes. You can request community service in lieu of the fine. It is unlikely that the fine itself would be reduced. However, probation costs may...

I got caught shoplifting 94$ worth of lip gloss in sherman oaks, i spent one day in jail, will i go back

Assuming this is your first offense, jail time can easily be avoided. You should retain an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you...

Unless you have a prior record of theft, a petty theft should be charged as a misdemeanor. Yes, a misdemeanor will stay on your record. An...

Yes, you do need a good lawyer. You may be able to get a dismissal or a reduced charge and this does make a difference on your record. You will...

If someone got a drunk in public and went on pre trial diversion and never entered a plea, disclose on moral character?

You should disclose the arrest. The Department of Justice has this arrest on record and without a doubt the State Bar, or any other government...

Bond skipping and arrest warrant

There is very likely an arrest warrant out for you. If you try to travel back to the states, you will very likely be stopped and arrested. I...

Do I go to jail when in court for first time first misdimeanor ?

No matter the value, or that it is your first time, it is still a violation for petty theft and the prosecutor may very well file charges. It is...

How can a person expunge a record.

Provided you have completed all of the terms of probation without any probation violations, you simply have to make the motion to the court and it...

Is el monte court tuff for drug crimes?

Generally yes. But you are not giving enough information to be more specific. If it is your first offense and there is no allegation that you...

Caught stealing from 3 separate stores on the same day (Over $2,000). They "stacked" the charges to make it a felony burglary.

You may very well be charged with felony burglary on the theory that you intended to steal each time you entered a store, the fact that you went to...