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Question: my son just turned 18 five months ago, he is currently in the county jail for his very first time with 4 serious criminal felony charges. 1st degree burglary, theft-control property, conspiracy and kidnap. I know my son is innocent.. He met a girl age 17, just four days prior to be arrested, the girl left her backpack in her friends truck, and that is how my son got into this mess. by going with this girl to get her backpack, if the owner of the truck robbed a house right before picking up the girl and my son who knew nothing of the incident, can my son go to prison for these 4 charges??? How serious are these charges?? he was literally, in the wrong place and the wrong time, he was offered a ride from phoenix to mesa and he accepted the ride so he didn't have to take the bus...Please help me

Answer: Well if your son is not responsible and had nothing to do with the offenses, there should be little evidence other than his mere presence. Also, with the kidnapping charge there will be a victim and that victim should be able to provide testimony that your son was not involved. I would suggest reviewing the police reports to see what was said and anything that may incriminate or exculpate your son. He should hire an attorney, if possible, and begin building his case. These are very serious charges and he could face prison time if convicted.