What is the longest time for items returned or to file charges against someone.

I agree with my colleague. If you want a more immediate answer, then I would head to the circuit court clerks office in your jurisdiction. When...

Since you are 18, this case will be handled on the adult criminal misdemeanor docket since the amount was under $200.00. If this is your first...

How can a drug possession of marijuana be dropped off record for 1st offender?

If it is her first possession charge, then she would be eligible for the first offender program to have the charge dismissed upon completion of...

Is a trial better than a jury trial?

There is not enough information here to answer this question. There are good things and bad things about all dispositions - pleas, bench trials...

Yes, you could be charged with petit larceny or grand larceny - or an attempt of either, depending on the total amount of the items. Any of these...

If you have been charged with a probation violation for picking up new charges, the Judge who issued the warrant for the violation always has the...

Should i be honest to the detective? They are about to kick me out of my apartment.

Speak to an attorney immediately. I agree that most of us offer free consultations. Invoke your right to counsel and do not speak with the...

Do I need an attorney for my preliminary?

Sounds like you have been charged with either simple misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana or misdemeanor Possession With Intent to Distribute...

I don't want to accept the plea offered by the Commonwealth (VA). My PD says they won't budge. Should I plead not guilty?

I agree that it is impossible to answer this question and that your attorney will be able to go through the pros/cons with you as to what your...

First offense petit larceny ($5) + underage possession of alcohol. Advice please?

You are wise not to share too many details on this forum. My biggest advice right now is to start contacting experienced criminal defense...