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Unfortunately, in the state of Pennsylvania, you are only eligible for an expungement if you are 70 years old or older. The other option would be a... Read Answer
If there were no threats of violence, and you don't have a record, you'll probably be facing summary harassment charges.
I think you need to post a sign that warns people they are under camera surveillance.
Too much unknown information here. He will not be certified as an adult. As for juvenile punishment, whether placement in a facility is warranted,... Read Answer
Too little information. We need to know many more things, his prior record, how strong the government case is, if the DA will bargain. Under the... Read Answer
If you had nothing to do with it, you shouldn't be charged. However, if the police believe you did, you may be charged.
If there is no evidence whatsoever that you were driving a car, you should not be convicted of that offense. It does not mean you will not be... Read Answer
Talk to police about filing criminal charges. Talk to a civil lawyer to see if you have a civil suit.
Have a lawyer present a motion to transfer supervision of probation.
If it involved contact with her, probably not. Since both of you are on the title, it is both of yours. It would be really difficult to take it ... Read Answer
Yes. Police file charges all the time based on word alone. This does not necessarily mean they will. The source has to be somewhat believable.
Concealment of items in the store, may get you arrested. Talk to an attorney, you may have options. Check your mail to make sure you receive a copy... Read Answer
Sounds really weird. Talk to a local attorney to get out of this without a conviction.
A person can plead guilty, or have a non-jury or jury trial. I suggest the person ask his lawyer and if he doesn't have one, get one.
If they file charges with the local District Justice, you may very well get a Order for Fingerprinting with other papers from the District Justice... Read Answer
That was possible in the days up to the late 1800's but I haven't heard of that in recent times.
Plead not guilty and see a lawyer. You need to have the charges withdrawn and an attorney can guide you how to do it.
Probably, assuming it was for legal reasons. Normally, if a minor is interrogated as a suspect, parents must be notified and present.
No one can answer this without much more information.
Don't talk to the police or anyone else about the case except your attorney, which you do need.
She could be arrested and charged with simple assault. I suggest she hire an attorney .
They CAN remand you to jail for the rest of your probation. It sounds to me, however, that they may want to interview you and possibly retest you. If... Read Answer
It's not illegal, or in my opinion something you could sue over, but I would file a complaint with the school board.
This is a serious situation and you need to make sure your attorney understands your concerns. If the only evidence they have of intent is the... Read Answer
No one can answer this without knowing much more information like, how strong the evidence against you is.