CAN I GO TO JAIL FOR THEFT OR SHOPLIFTING?

by Jonathan Carroll and Ryan C. Davis Can I Go to Jail for Theft or Shoplifting?  Yes, you can go to jail for theft, even if it is a small amount. Stolen goods or services valued at less than $1,000, otherwise known as shoplifting, can result in...

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WHAT IS DIVERSION?

by Jonathan Carroll and Ryan C. Davis What is Diversion? Diversion is a broader term which may refer to either Pre-trial diversion or Judicial diversion. In either case, the purpose of diversion is to allow a defendant to admit some level of...

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WHAT IS AN ORDER OF PROTECTION?

By RYAN C. DAVIS AND JAMES KEMP What is an Order of Protection? An Order of Protection is an order signed by a judge or magistrate, which is intended to protect victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. While you may be tempted to...

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WHAT END-OF-LIFE DOCUMENTS SHOULD I HAVE IN PLACE?

By RYAN C. DAVIS What documents should I have in place before I die? There are four primary end-of-life documents the average person should have in place. The first and most recognized is a Last Will and Testament. Upon your death, this...

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