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What am I looking at a first offense for shoplifting and how can I remove this from my record?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Stephen Lewis Freeborn (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If convicted, the maximum penalty is one year in jail and a $5,000.00 fine. For a first offense, you probably won't get jail time, but if convicted, you will have a criminal record and be required to disclose it on all job applications not too many employers want to hire someone who steals! If you are a student, applying for college grants and scholarships, a criminal conviction will disqualify you. Some colleges will not even consider your application with a criminal record. My advice: hire an attorney who may be able to work a deal so that this does not become a permanent part of your record.... Read More
If convicted, the maximum penalty is one year in jail and a $5,000.00 fine. For a first offense, you probably won't get jail time, but if convicted,... Read More

Can this girl press charges on my boyfriend?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mr. Nathaniel D Shafer   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It's possible there would be criminal charges, but it seems unlikely. Given everything you said, coming back with a gun makes it hard for her to go to the police. Presumably she sobered up sometime in the month since this happened so the keys could have been returned then, but the gun gives a plausible explanation to a jury for why the boyfriend would not want to. Bottom line: you never know what the police will believe and what they will do. If anyone comes knocking, do not answer their questions without a lawyer present.... Read More
It's possible there would be criminal charges, but it seems unlikely. Given everything you said, coming back with a gun makes it hard for her to go... Read More

Can this girl press charges on my boyfriend?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Jared Clayton Austin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
More like he can press charges against her and that guy. If he hasn't done so already, he needs to make a police report of the incident.
More like he can press charges against her and that guy. If he hasn't done so already, he needs to make a police report of the incident.

Can this girl press charges on my boyfriend?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
No you should report her and her boyfriend to the police. It is a felony to threaten someone with a gun and both are guilty of this.
No you should report her and her boyfriend to the police. It is a felony to threaten someone with a gun and both are guilty of this.

Can my son be charged with theft for helping his girl friend pawn one of her rings as per her request?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Aric Cramer (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes and yes. Many people who are factually innocent are charged every day. Over one hundred people have been placed on death row when they were factually innocent.
Yes and yes. Many people who are factually innocent are charged every day. Over one hundred people have been placed on death row when they were... Read More

How long can a person be held in jail for a probation violation for dirty urine?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Jared Clayton Austin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Up to 93 days for the violation. If the judge revoked your probation, you can be resentenced up to the maximum for the original offensive that placed you on probation.
Up to 93 days for the violation. If the judge revoked your probation, you can be resentenced up to the maximum for the original offensive that placed... Read More

Can third party make statutory rape claim?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Randy M Lish (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It does not matter who files the report with the police. It is not a personal injury claim, but claim that the law was violated. Somebody driving down the road can call 911 and report a drunk driver, even if they are not injured by the driver. They are just a "third" party. The same in your situation. Not just the partner can file a claim, but anyone who has knowledge of the situation can file a report.... Read More
It does not matter who files the report with the police. It is not a personal injury claim, but claim that the law was violated. Somebody driving... Read More

Doesn't this protective expire if there’s no contact and we even live in different states?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Robert Jason De Groot (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You probably need to hire an attorney in the same county where the protective order was signed by the judge.
You probably need to hire an attorney in the same county where the protective order was signed by the judge.

Will someone get jail time if convicted of 4 counts of felony forgery?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Randy M Lish (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Depending on what her prior record is, including misdemeanors, she may get some, although she will probably not get any prison time. I would expect the prosecutor to be wiling to dismiss at least two of the charges. If she has a clean record, with no priors, whether misdemeanor or felonies, she will probably get an offer to plead guilty to two felonies. The judge might give some jail time, but her attorney could argue against it, and convince the judge not to give her the jail time, but just a fine and probation. She will almost certainly be ordered to pay restitution.... Read More
Depending on what her prior record is, including misdemeanors, she may get some, although she will probably not get any prison time. I would expect... Read More

my friend is being arrested for theft and meth possession.

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
if its a drug case, probably, probably, they are not dusting her place like a major crime scene.
if its a drug case, probably, probably, they are not dusting her place like a major crime scene.

How do I get another attorney assigned to my federal court case?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You have to ask the judge to appoint another lawyer or go out and hire one yourself.
You have to ask the judge to appoint another lawyer or go out and hire one yourself.

How do I get back my stuff that my friend took from my storage unit?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes you can. Call the police. Report the theft.
Yes you can. Call the police. Report the theft.

Can a minor be searched during a raid without the parents approval?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Eric Jon Sterkenburg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
All people in the United States have the right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure. If a law enforcement officer has probable cause or has a warrant the search is reasonable and is allowed. A minor has these rights. If there is probable cause for the search a minor is subject to search without his parents present or approval.... Read More
All people in the United States have the right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure. If a law enforcement officer has probable cause or... Read More

Do I need to get an attorney if I want to reduce my charge?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Play it smart. The attorney is experienced in trying to get things lowered. That person will know the arguments to make.
Play it smart. The attorney is experienced in trying to get things lowered. That person will know the arguments to make.
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