If you have been charged with shoplifting in one of the jurisdictions of Desoto County, MS such as Southaven, Olive Branch or Horn Lake, this legal guide will provide some helpful information on what to expect when you go to court. I’m going to focus on us lawyers, and how much you should expect to…
If you’ve been charged with theft or shoplifting in West Memphis, Arkansas, you’re probably a little stressed out and uncertain as to what’s going to happen next. You’re probably wondering how this is going to affect your future. You may be worried about losing your job. While these are serious matters that need to be…
Theft is a common and serious crime in Eastern Arkansas counties. It is particularly common among first-time offenders, or people who have no prior criminal record. Adults, minors, college students, professionals…all types get charged with this crime. Theft in Arkansas is defined as when a person knowingly takes or exercises control over or makes an…
Not surprisingly, during the holidays there is an increase in crime such as retail theft. More people going out to the stores and malls means more potential acts of shoplifting and other petty crimes. Perhaps the stress of the holiday season adds to it. People feel the need to have items to give to family…
If you’ve been accused of shoplifting in Germantown, TN, you’re probably concerned about how this charge can affect your life. Having it on your record could cause you to lose your job and make it difficult to find another. The prospect of going to jail can be terrifying, and in addition these charges carry possible…
Somerville, Tennessee, along with the rest of Fayette County, is a fast growing area. More families are moving there, and more companies are doing business there. With such growth, however, can come an increase in small crimes such as shoplifting. If you’ve been charged with shoplifting in Fayette County, you should consider talking to an…
The Veteran’s Administration (VA), along with the Shelby County General Sessions Court, has recently begun a new program called Veteran’s Court. This program is aimed at helping U.S. veterans who have been charged with certain crimes get help through counseling and rehabilitation. Recognizing that many veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and resort to drug…
For an individual charged with a crime, one of the biggest concerns will be what happens to them if convicted. The basic outcomes of a conviction are either a sentence of jail time, or an alternative sentence such as probation. In Tennessee, qualified offenders will be eligible for probation, meaning they can avoid going to…
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