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I was arrested for shoplifting and when arrested the officer said i wasnt being charged by the state but municipally? Im not sure what that means, also should i do some community service hours before my court date to show the judge i am remorseful ? I would really like to avoid probation and the... View More 
answered on May 16, 2013
Although this advice may be too late, if you are going to plead guilty, then it is always good to take steps that show you are remorseful.
Brandon
answered on May 16, 2013
That is right. You still cannot legally possess a firearm.
Brandon
Recently one of my family members was sent via snail mail a complaint about having erroneously charged with two felonies that he does not know about?
answered on May 16, 2013
Yes. This is a valid way to serve your family member. More importantly getting a complaint is actually the same thing as being charged with a crime.
Brandon
My brother is charged with a sex crime. He was charged with a sex crime when he was 16 but our family was told those records were sealed.He is now 38. In the state of Colorado can these files be brought back out and used against him?
answered on May 16, 2013
Yes, The prior can be used against him. A Typical tactic for the prosecution is to use prior sex accusations against the defendant. If he is hiring an attorney is is vital that this attorney is familiar with defending the use of other act evidence.
Brandon
The accused does not know the accusers. Can this still be valid? This evidentally occurred in Colorado prior to the accused moving to Idaho.
answered on May 16, 2013
You will want to contact a local defense attorney. That person can get all the information you need about the case and can answer any questions you have.
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