I was caught leaving a store with a camera system worth 750$ this is my first offense. I already went to jail and bonded out wha

DETAILS This is my first offense besides a civil violations. I dont have theft on my record, but this is a felony. I was appointed a public defender. ANSWER If...

What are the consequences of a second petty theft offense if the first charge was dismissed?

DETAILS So my friend and I were dared into taking a few wallets two years ago and were caught. We were under 21, so we were able to join the...

Im incarcerated in jail and have a probation violation hearing 30 days out what motion to file to execute sentence for probation

DETAILS I am gonna be incarcerated january 15th.I have a probation violation hearing febuary 16th.I will be in jail for 90 days for the january 15th sentencing.My probation is asking...

Is this possible?

DETAILS My friend is being accused (not charged as of yet) with embezzlement over 40000. He has contacted a lawyer for a free consult. He was interviewed by the police...

I asked the police to file charges in a robbery and they have not how long do they have to do this

DETAILS the police have had yet to file charges againt these people and since then i have been robbed again ... any idea what couldbe going on. ANSWER The decision...

It’s been a month and speeding ticket still not showing up online?

DETAILS I got my first speeding ticket ever on Feb 20 for going 12 miles over. (No court appearance required) and have been constantly checking online and calling to try...

Can my case be dismissed if they didn’t read me my rights?

DETAILS 5th degree controlled substance ANSWER I agree with my colleagues who have already answered your question. It will take a detailed analysis of the facts and circumstances of your...

PROBATION VIOLATION- FE Fugitive from Justice from Other State- F

DETAILS just wondering how much time he's looking at for not keeping in touch with his PO ANSWER I agree with the previous lawyer's answer. I would only add that...

Possession of a Small Amount of Marijuana and Drug parapheranalia. What effect does this have on a previous diversion program?

DETAILS My juvenile received a citation for Possession of a Small Amount of Marijuana charge and "Drug parapheranalia in one county. Previously (6 months ago) went through a diversion program...

Found a 10.00 bill on a store floor, the manager said that she saw me on camera pick it up, I denied it and left. Is this theft?

DETAILS Store was closed, manager said a lady dropped it, no lady was around? ANSWER The answer is yes. It meets the definition of theft in mn. The issue is...

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