My son was arrested for shop lifting. It is a misdemeanor. First offence. He hasn't seen a judge. Does he need a lawyer?

Yes he needs an attorney. Theft convictions act as a bar to future employment. If you want your son to have any hope for his future, get him an...

It's out in the calendar for dismissal but unless something went wrong during the year you don't have to show up. You should contact your attorney...

Can I give a statement to da explaining in detail that what happened didnt really acure

You can let the DA know about your desire not to proceed with the case. If they are comfortable that you were not pressured into this decision,...

I'm 17 and my girlfriend is 15 and she turns 16 in June, and she pregnant can her parents stop me from seeing the baby ?

I will change the area to family law so you will get more accurate answers. However, you should be aware that the age of consent in Tennessee is...

Just got a criminal trespassing 3rd degree. the man held me at gun point as i never resisted but was hitting me with the gun.

A sign is not necessary for a trespassing charge. Also there is no law stating a homeowner has to be nice to trespassers. Get an attorney to help...

Travel to my home country and coming back to US while there is an open felony charge case

You will need the permission of the court to leave the country. Do not just leave.

Can you drive away from a state trooper without his lights on?

You are being paranoid. If the trooper didn't follow you then why would you think you did something wrong?

How likely is it that I'll win my misdemeanor theft conversion case if I plead not guilty? If found guilty will sentence b worse

Under those circumstances you may have a defense. You will need to speak with a local attorney and give them more facts to get an accurate...

Is it true that I can't get a court appointed lawyer in Evansville, Indiana if it's a misdemeanor and I'm not facing jail time?

If jail is not a possible sentence, then no you are not entitled to a court appointed lawyer. You can always hire your own attorney though, and...

Citizenship Application & Suspended License by error (VA)

This question should be asked to an immigration attorney. I will change the field so you will get more intelligent responses.