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Your question raises interesting issues regarding violation of Federal Law and potential class action. This may actually be what is called a Whistle... Read More
It is a misdemeanor of the 1st degree; Max penalty 6 months jail +$375 or more fine; License suspension up to 5 years; You need a lawyer.
No; You can go to jail for up to 6 months; You need a lawyer to represent you.
In Ohio, she could be looking at jail time or probation
Unless he agrees to pay your damages, you would have to press charges and make sure restitution is part of the plea deal; And yes, the report is... Read More
It means that it is no longer illegal to have or use.
The answer depends on what the charge is, the court you will appear etc.
You may have to go back to prison to serve the rest of your term for violating probation; The only way to avoid this would be if the probation... Read More
No; absent an order by a judge to submit to give your fingerprints, absolutely not.
contact the prosecutor's office and file charges
It is never a good thing when they want to talk to you at the station. Take an attorney with you if you want to go see him. If you don't take an... Read More
Absolutely, consequences can be substantial.
These things don't just go away if you ignore them.
I can only answer this if your in oho; I'm not sure what state you are charged in, but Ohio still has possession of marijuana listed as a criminal... Read More
No; Most states are compact states, which means they have access to other state driving records; You would have to clear up the other state's... Read More
Speak with the public defenders office to see if you qualify for an attorney.
You would have to check with that states rules on expungement.
Notify her probation officer.
The charge would by shoplifting a misdemeanor of the 1st degree, which carries a maximum fine of $1,000.00 and 1 year in jail.
Possession of each is a separate criminal charge.
Hire a lawyer; If you qualify, get a public defender.
As long as the statue of limitations hasn't ran for the crime committed.