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What should I do if he wants to press charges because I broke the dishes and his truckโ€™s side mirror?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Pay for the damage.
Pay for the damage.

What are the possible penalties for financial transaction card fraud and theft?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
The possible penalties are from fines and probation up to a stint in prison.
The possible penalties are from fines and probation up to a stint in prison.

Is using a photo on a website should be taken seriously and pay what they are asking or wait for this to blow over?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If you violated a copy right, then you used an image or mark without consent. They are trying to shake you down.
If you violated a copy right, then you used an image or mark without consent. They are trying to shake you down.

What can I do if I am being accused of prostitution?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Stephen Lewis Freeborn (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You talk about the stop, but you say nothing about the underlying charge of prostitution. I need a lot more info to answer.
You talk about the stop, but you say nothing about the underlying charge of prostitution. I need a lot more info to answer.

What can I do if I was subpoenaed witness to a minor assault case?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If you do not go then you can be put in jail. GO.
If you do not go then you can be put in jail. GO.

If I was sold a $26,000 fake ruby ring, what should I do?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Report this to both the New York authorities and the Feds since they may have violated Federal law also.
Report this to both the New York authorities and the Feds since they may have violated Federal law also.

What will happen if I can't afford to pay my fines?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Borrow the money and pay the fines or you will sit in jail.
Borrow the money and pay the fines or you will sit in jail.

What can happen if my mom kicked me out, Iโ€™m 17 and she wants me to come home but I donโ€™t want to?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Probably not much since you are less than a year away form being an adult.
Probably not much since you are less than a year away form being an adult.

How likely am I of getting jail time for hitting my boyfriend?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Get into Anger management. They may dismiss the charges if you complete the courses.
Get into Anger management. They may dismiss the charges if you complete the courses.

What is the best way to have my criminal case dismissed?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by attorney Laurie A. Schmidt   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
There is no way to get the case dismissed because you don't think that the government should prosecute you. You have to look at the evidence from the government's side; they have witnesses who said they saw you do it and they have damage to the car. I am not suggesting that this is a good case or that the evidence is strong against you; I am simply stating that I would not believe that a DA would dismiss the charges outright-no matter what you would tell them. They may offer a favorable plea option based on the shaky evidence, but not an outright dismissal. Your best possible outcome would most likely be to assert your right to a jury trial- let your peers decide.... Read More
There is no way to get the case dismissed because you don't think that the government should prosecute you. You have to look at the evidence from... Read More

Can I be charged with trespassing if they did not see me on the property?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Jeff Fengcheng Yeh (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Absolutely, especially if you forget you have the right to remain silent and cop yourself out. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used against you later.
Absolutely, especially if you forget you have the right to remain silent and cop yourself out. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted... Read More

Can your employer contact your probation officer about a drug test refusal?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Stephen Lewis Freeborn (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes. The employer can also fire him for refusing.
Yes. The employer can also fire him for refusing.

What is my daughter looking at if she damaged her sister's boyfriend's car?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
No jail. Restitution will have to be in cash. Probation likely.
No jail. Restitution will have to be in cash. Probation likely.

What happens to a 16 year old friend who stole $101 worth of things and this was her first time ever getting in trouble?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Juvenile Court.
Juvenile Court.

What can be done if I have a 20 year old niece who met a guy who has been prostituting and she has been arrested twice?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Steven Jed Alpers (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Unfortunately, she will have to go to court in both states. Often in CA they will reduce the charge to disturbing the peace and require an AIDS test. I cannot tell you what happens in NV.
Unfortunately, she will have to go to court in both states. Often in CA they will reduce the charge to disturbing the peace and require an AIDS test.... Read More

What is the standard practice or protocol when corresponding with an adversary?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
The attorney is entitled to be paid for his costs and time. The problem is clearly that somebody stole your mail, which is not the attorneys fault. Generally it is not necessary to have some form of proof of receipt. Most legal mail is sent first class.
The attorney is entitled to be paid for his costs and time. The problem is clearly that somebody stole your mail, which is not the attorneys fault.... Read More