What should I be expecting when I appear in court?

Because you are a juvenile and you have never been in trouble before, the officer's report should be forwarded to juvenile probation where you will...

I think I wanna be a lawyer when I grow up...

You really don't need to change your undergraduate focus. The law school I attended was incredibly diverse with many parents and adults starting a...

What are the laws pertaining to the owning of dangerous chemicals

Possession of precursors with the intent to manufacture methamphetamine is a crime in MN even if each precursor was obtained legally. You can find...

My son's designated provider stole 5 to 6 ounces of his medical marijuana. What can he be charged with?

Just contact the police and be truthful with them. It's not up to you to decide how charges are filed. The police will investigate and turn their...

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My daughter got caught stealing at Wal Mart, the police asked her to send in a written apology. Is this used as a confession?

Yikes. Get your daughter a lawyer. Even as a 12 year old she has the same Constitutional rights as any citizen against self-incrimination. Nor can...

Are Brady materials (past misconduct by police officers) available as public record? If so, how and where can they be found?

If you know what you are looking for, you can make a public disclosure request of the police department. However, you may wish to consult with a...

After being given the option to be treated as a witness instead of a suspect, can I still later be charged with the crime?

Sometimes part of being a police officer involves manipulating people into talking when it's not in their best interest. You now need an attorney...

Child is a victim of sex abuse by a great uncle last August. Prosecution is taking too long, I want a lawyer to prosecute.

You can petition the court for your own sexual assault protection order. You could hire a lawyer to help you, but it's not really necessary. What I...

A police officer in seattle gave me a Ticket for negligence 2nd degree while I was driving with a customer. I want to sue city.

Based on just the facts you have here, it doesn't seem like you have a cause of action against the City. However, you should certainly hire an...

My DUI case was won in trial. Am I eligible to get my license reinstated?

No. The Department of Licensing has conducted an administrative suspension that is completely separate from your criminal trial. The rules were...