Depends on how much the goods are worth.

The state can charge criminal charges for the action. You can sue for civil damages and receive compensation for your daughter's pain and suffering.

It depends on how the area is setup and whether or not you have a reasonable expectation of privacy in that area. If you are uncomfortable, you can start by talking to the neighbor about it being as kind and courteous as possible. If for some reason that doesn't work, you can get an attorney... View More

The only issues are sexual contact. Any kind of touching or sexual contact will create serious legal problems that could affect that person the rest of their life negatively. Even if it is consensual, it will still be a crime.

The person who is to be paid restitution could put a lien on your property if they get a civil judgment against you which is done through a judge. The other question depends on the facts of the ruling and the basis for the ruling and the new hearing but in a general sense, yes.

I hope that this has already been resolved. There is a 72 hour holding rule. However, it is not a hard-and-fast rule as usually weekend and holidays don't county. This rule is used and abused in Utah however, there is stuff in the works to get this rule better defined and better protect individuals.

I doubt he will go back and give you a ticket. However, they have every right to. If he witnessed it he can file it later, usually the statue for a crime like that is a year. Reckless driving can be a class B misdemeanor, maximum jail could be six months. However, again, I doubt that he will go... View More

It can depend on the exact circumstances of the case, the evidence the security guard had, and the reasonableness of the use of force in connection to the arrest.

Probably. It would be best to get an attorney to help you right now to perhaps head that off.

No. You didn't hire him so you cannot fire him.

This is both an employment and criminal law question, but you should deal with the criminal aspect first. Talk to a lawyer about defending against the charges.

The employment question will likely depend upon your employer's policies.

If they find enough evidence that the person was in possession of it they could charge them.

If the state or city has given you a criminal citation then you have to go through the court process. If you don't show up to court they will issue a warrant. It is good to get an attorney on board as theft can affect your immigration status, your employment, your housing and your credibility... View More

They can have enough evidence to charge you with possession if you are in the vicinity. If they have enough evidence to convict someone of that crime is another question. It would be good to sit down with an attorney and go over your story to figure out your culpability as well as how the officers... View More

Retail theft is a theft charge that is specific to a theft of retail. If they charged someone with two different theft charges with the same incident you will probably want to contact an attorney as there may be a double jeopardy issue. It's also good to contact an attorney for theft charges... View More

Talk to the prosecutor that is handling the case and explain to him the situation.

You will have a preliminary hearing to see if there is enough evidence to move forward and then it will go to pre-trial to see if the case will go to trial. It is good to get an attorney on board to make sure your rights and protected.

It depends on what you are charged with. Some charges are enhanceable so a second or third charge could be bumped up to a class A or 3rd degree felony. The judge can order that the sentences be served one at a time or all at once. There are many options. The prosecutor will make a recommendation.... View More

I would plead not guilty on your first court date. It would be wise to sit down and talk to an attorney to discuss your options. The first court date is just a reading of your rights and whether or not your are guilty but a lot of people plead guilty that first court date without an attorney. An... View More

A person can only use force if they are fear in bodily harm. If they were threatening the man without fear of bodily harm then they could likely be charged for a crime.