A couple of days ago, I screwed up. Police were involved. What's next, and how bad is it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 26, 2009 - 14 answers

Exactly how easy is it to get a criminal record expunged? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 27, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm about to go to trial for a reckless driving charge in the state of Virginia. According to the cop who pulled me over, I was going 95 in a 65 mph zone. I'm very scared right now of what could happen to me. In VA, reckless driving counts as a Misdemeanor. [more inside]
posted by BettyBurnheart on Feb 22, 2009 - 15 answers

Help me out with what to expect in court tomorrow, especially financially. [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong on Oct 5, 2008 - 10 answers

Is it safe to check no on a state governing board application when asked if I have ever pled "no contest" to a criminal charge if adjudication of guilt was withheld? [more inside]
posted by little miss s on Jul 23, 2008 - 9 answers

Do all misdemeanor cases get to bypass the grand jury? Is there such a thing as a federal misdemeanor? I know FEDERAL capital offenses must go before a grand jury and each STATE handles this differently, ie NY both sides and a judge, no grand jury. But I am confused on this process...help, test tommorrow!!
posted by madmamasmith on Apr 16, 2008 - 5 answers

I am applying to rent an apartment with an association that is doing extensive background checks. How seriously will they take my misdemeanor? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 13, 2008 - 8 answers

LegalFilter: My foolish friend received a misdemeanor in CA for trespassing and apparently needs to be booked and appear in court. She's set to fly to NY for school in three weeks - is she allowed to leave the state? [more inside]
posted by coolhappysteve on Dec 23, 2007 - 8 answers

How can I convince myself that my career options aren't completely limited due to a single arrest for a Class C misdemeanor nearly four years ago? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 14, 2007 - 18 answers

My inner stupidity surfaced and I got a "Minor In Possession" this weekend in Santa Barbara, CA. I just realized this is a misdemeanor. This is causing me considerable distress, and I have some questions. [more inside]
posted by Defenestrator on Oct 29, 2007 - 21 answers