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What will happen if a girl lied about her age and asked for a naked picture of me?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Stop communication, never send pictures and commonly this is a scam.
Stop communication, never send pictures and commonly this is a scam.

What do I do if I took a personโ€™s credit card number and bought food up to $88? What are my charges?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
I would have to review the papers, highly recommend an attorney to avoid a criminal record.
I would have to review the papers, highly recommend an attorney to avoid a criminal record.

What do I do if they charged me with Possession-Delivery/Manufacture when my friend was smoking his own weed?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You have lots of problems and possible defenses. Hire an experienced defense attorney.
You have lots of problems and possible defenses. Hire an experienced defense attorney.

Can it be removed if there was no charges much less any conviction but we recently found it on his record?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It MIGHT be possible, if there are no other convictions on his record to have the conviction set aside.
It MIGHT be possible, if there are no other convictions on his record to have the conviction set aside.

Can a probation officer and 6 police officers enter your residence and search with no cause or authorization?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
A complex area, and fact driven. Get an attorney now!
A complex area, and fact driven. Get an attorney now!

What will happen to someone for stealing a narcotic prescription?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
She will be charged, need an attorney and hopefully be able to reach a deal to keep a drug conviction from her permanent record. She is at the fork of the road. Help her.
She will be charged, need an attorney and hopefully be able to reach a deal to keep a drug conviction from her permanent record. She is at the fork... Read More

Is there a law for parolees for no crime no time?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
I need more information, it is possible to have a parole violation without a conviction. Seek counsel immediately.
I need more information, it is possible to have a parole violation without a conviction. Seek counsel immediately.

Is it a crime if I don't return the parrot that was given to me?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Title passed with the gift and delivery unless there were other unmentioned facts. Heard you had a great day, and with that one day one it should only get better. Super for all!!
Title passed with the gift and delivery unless there were other unmentioned facts. Heard you had a great day, and with that one day one it should... Read More

How long is the statute of limitations for disorderly conduct?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Mostly likely 6 years. Do not speak with the police or anyone about the incident without counsel. Heard you had a great day, and with that one day one it should only get better. Super for all!!
Mostly likely 6 years. Do not speak with the police or anyone about the incident without counsel. Heard you had a great day, and with that one day... Read More

What precautions should I be taking and what kind of charges could I be looking at for open intoxication?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Sounds like an open intoxicants in car, but there are lots of questions. Do not speak with the authorities without or until you have an attorney. The police are not you friend, they can and I'll use anything you say or said against you.
Sounds like an open intoxicants in car, but there are lots of questions. Do not speak with the authorities without or until you have an attorney. The... Read More

My boyfriend is 15 years old and he got charged with a stolen hand gun, what is his sentencing?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It is very difficult to render an opinion based on the facts which were provided, however, because he was already on probation and because this is a new charge involves firearm it is quite likely that he will be staying in the juvenile facilities for an extended period of time, perhaps the age 18.... Read More
It is very difficult to render an opinion based on the facts which were provided, however, because he was already on probation and because this is a... Read More

If someone driving my car gets pulled over with a suspended license, what happens if after my plates are taken?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
See an attorney, if you were knowingly allowing an unlicensed, suspended or revoked driver to use your car you are also guilty of a crime and NOT insured if there was an accident.
See an attorney, if you were knowingly allowing an unlicensed, suspended or revoked driver to use your car you are also guilty of a crime and NOT... Read More

What is the difference between preponderance of evidence and beyond a reasonable doubt?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes. See OJ Simpson.
Yes. See OJ Simpson.

What happens on a second offense retail fraud, being charged as first degree because of prior second degree conviction?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You definitely need to go to court. Use a public defender if needed, but ignoring it is likely jail time that could be avoided. You have reasons for your decisions and a lawyer can help you use that in court.
You definitely need to go to court. Use a public defender if needed, but ignoring it is likely jail time that could be avoided. You have reasons for... Read More

Is it legal for a 17 year to be interrogated without a parent present?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes. 17 year olds are often treated as adults in the criminal system. There may be other defenses to the case, but these are not helpful.
Yes. 17 year olds are often treated as adults in the criminal system. There may be other defenses to the case, but these are not helpful.

If I use a fake credit card number and information to order something off an online store, will I go to jail?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You are facing jail, but if your record is clean, probably not. Hiring an attorney to assist may be a good idea.
You are facing jail, but if your record is clean, probably not. Hiring an attorney to assist may be a good idea.

Can a spouse be subpoenaed to testify against husband?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
On what kind of case, divorce yes, domestic violence yes, criminal generally no.
On what kind of case, divorce yes, domestic violence yes, criminal generally no.

Will this be a violation of my probation and will I go to jail if I was driving with a permit, without an adult in the car?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
We cannot tell, what are your terms of probation or parole?
We cannot tell, what are your terms of probation or parole?

My grandma found narcotics in my room in her house and called the cops, can they still issue a warrant for possession?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can defend yourself against the charges, engage an attorney.
You can defend yourself against the charges, engage an attorney.

Was the police allowed to question a 13 year old without a parent present?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes. It was a criminal investigation and they have this right. She needs criminal representation if she would like to keep her record clean.
Yes. It was a criminal investigation and they have this right. She needs criminal representation if she would like to keep her record clean.

Was the police allowed to question a 13 year old without a parent present?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Dean P. Valente (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Paying civil liability damages will NOT stop criminal prosecution. Don't pay it and show letter to your attorney.
Paying civil liability damages will NOT stop criminal prosecution. Don't pay it and show letter to your attorney.

Can I be served a subpoena to testify over the phone by the prosecutor?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Very doubtful, you were not properly served given your statement.
Very doubtful, you were not properly served given your statement.

What should I do after being charged with forgery?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Time to hire an attorney. Forgery charges could land you in jail.
Time to hire an attorney. Forgery charges could land you in jail.

How many years does a district attorney have to prosecute a correctional officer in a criminal prison case?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Different charges have different statute of limitations, so it would depend on the nature of the charges.
Different charges have different statute of limitations, so it would depend on the nature of the charges.

Could someone be arrested for attempted stealing?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes he can. Make a police report.
Yes he can. Make a police report.