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What will happen if I got caught stealing for less than 500.00?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
I am assuming that you were caught shoplifting. Depending on the amount allegedly stolen and the jurisdiction where the event occurred, shoplifting can be met with a mere citation (infraction), or charged as a misdemeanor or even a felony, with possible jail sentences of 6 months to 3 years. It will be up to the D.A. to determine how the crime will be charged. I suggest that you hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you and get you the best deal possible.... Read Answer
I am assuming that you were caught shoplifting. Depending on the amount allegedly stolen and the jurisdiction where the event occurred, shoplifting... Read Answer

How much is the bond and jail time if you got arrested because of drugs?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Bonds are set on a case by case procedure. They depend on the prior record of the person, the type of crime, the person's local ties to the community etc.
Bonds are set on a case by case procedure. They depend on the prior record of the person, the type of crime, the person's local ties to the community... Read Answer

Can the MIC be dropped if I never admitted to drinking, no alcohol found on the property, no proof that I had been drinking and no warrant to enter?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It sounds like you should take this to trial because they have no proof.
It sounds like you should take this to trial because they have no proof.

What grounds do I have for dismissal of charges if I got arrested for possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
They do not have to give you your Miranda rights unless you are already arrested, they ask you questions about matter that can be used against you, and they plan to use the answers in court.
They do not have to give you your Miranda rights unless you are already arrested, they ask you questions about matter that can be used against you,... Read Answer

Will a MISD citation show up on a background check?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Stephen Lewis Freeborn (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Unless you are convicted, it probably wont show up.
Unless you are convicted, it probably wont show up.

How severe is the punishment for drug paraphernalia charge?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Randy Bryan Ligh (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It is always best to hire an attorney if you are able to do so, however, if you have no prior criminal record and depending on the circumstances of your arrest, the prosecuting authority may consider you a candidate for one of "those programs" which will keep this off of your record.
It is always best to hire an attorney if you are able to do so, however, if you have no prior criminal record and depending on the circumstances of... Read Answer

What happens after I had just gotten my driver’s license suspended for none driving violations and had missed a payment?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Andrea Rogers (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
The police officer can search you and your car without your consent if he has probable cause to believe that you may be armed or that your car contains evidence of a crime. The police officer does not have to read your your rights, even if he arrests you. The only reason a cop reads someone their rights is if they want to question them while in police custody and use that testimony against the person in court. If the evidence of the crime is very obvious, the police officer won't bother reading someone their rights. The police can tow your car or the purpose of doing an "inventory search" - nothing illegal about it. I suggest that you hire a lawyer to represent you for the marijuana possession charge. An attorney can probably get the charge dismissed or amended to a lesser offense.... Read Answer
The police officer can search you and your car without your consent if he has probable cause to believe that you may be armed or that your car... Read Answer

How do I go about resuming my DUI payment?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by John Jeffrey Morris (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Hire a lawyer to appear for you. Then follow his advice.
Hire a lawyer to appear for you. Then follow his advice.

Do you have to be read your Miranda rights when you are arrested?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
No. They only have to read Miranda if AFTER arrest they want to question you about the matter or others where they think that you might incriminate yourself.
No. They only have to read Miranda if AFTER arrest they want to question you about the matter or others where they think that you might incriminate... Read Answer

Could I still get arrested for drugs found at a later time if I was wrongfully accused prior?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If the drugs found later can be tied into you, then the answer is yes.
If the drugs found later can be tied into you, then the answer is yes.

If your child is 14 and commits armed robbery, how much jail time could they get if convicted?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
They would probably go to a juvenile facility until they turn 18 anyway. Maybe until 21.
They would probably go to a juvenile facility until they turn 18 anyway. Maybe until 21.

Will a criminal record be created on my name after shoplifting?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
A record is created only if they report this to the police and you end up getting prosecuted and convicted.
A record is created only if they report this to the police and you end up getting prosecuted and convicted.

What type of punishment will my son be looking at if he is only 17 years old with a clean record and it is a first offense for credit card fraud?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Andrea Rogers (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If the man filed a police report, it's now up to the prosecutor to decide whether to press charges against your son. This is a felony charge, with a maximum penalty of $5,000 fine plus 7 years in jail.
If the man filed a police report, it's now up to the prosecutor to decide whether to press charges against your son. This is a felony charge, with a... Read Answer

Can I be charge with anything if I was a passenger and the driver had marijuana in the car?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If they think that they can tie the drugs in with you then they will charge you. Do not talk with them and get a lawyer to help you.
If they think that they can tie the drugs in with you then they will charge you. Do not talk with them and get a lawyer to help you.

What happens after being charged of Class C misdemeanor Theft?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Plead NOT guilty. Get a lawyer. See if that person can work out a deal where you end up with NO criminal record. This is huge since what employer wants to hire a thief.
Plead NOT guilty. Get a lawyer. See if that person can work out a deal where you end up with NO criminal record. This is huge since what employer... Read Answer

What happens after I was arrested for possession of marijuana (1 gram)?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If you were already arrested then they can't use your answers against you if they did not read you Miranda first. Get a lawyer.
If you were already arrested then they can't use your answers against you if they did not read you Miranda first. Get a lawyer.

Is there anyway to have my son's shoplifting charge dropped or at least removed from his record for school and employment purposes?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes, he needs to plead not guilty and get a lawyer. This person may be able to work out a deal where he ends up with no conviction for theft on his record.
Yes, he needs to plead not guilty and get a lawyer. This person may be able to work out a deal where he ends up with no conviction for theft on his... Read Answer
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