I have talk to a few people recently and I am now confused whether the police will show up at my door:
When I was arrested, no police were present and I was told by the LP guy (I think) that I would be getting my court summons in the mail in a month. But after talking to a few lawyers I've been...
If I am qualified for the diversion program (which from what I've read on the forum may last around 6 months?), will I have a criminal record before I complete the program? Or will I only have a criminal record if I fail to complete it. Is a criminal record only dismissed once the program is...
Thank you for your prompt reply. I hope this doesn't come across as ignorant but hypothetically if I defended myself in court would I have a very low chance of getting diversion? And if I do decide to get a lawyer can he appear for me (so I don't have to physically show up for court) and...
So there is no way that I could do this in one day with a PD? or attend court in a different city? are Diversion programs available for out of state/province? I have read that you absolutely do not recommend pleading guilty without PD, but if I was to plead not guilty and not request a PD can I...
Thank you so much for your reply, I will start calling attorneys asap.
I was also wondering if on the day of my court date i request a Public Defense Lawyer, will I have to attend court again on a different date? I go to school out of the city and will have to fly back for my court date so I...
I am 19 years old and was caught shoplifting $65 worth of merchandise, taken to the back room to record info and fill out forms. I was told that I will receive two letters in approx one month with my court date etc. I certainly do not have any money for an attorney but I should be able to pay...