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I was supposed to attend a VIP as part of my conditions for my DWAI. I was refused entry due to suspected intoxication, and on my way out flipped the bird to the cop. A few days later I received a letter for re-sentencing. My original charges were a DWI and a refusal. which i plead down to a DWAI.... View More 
answered on Oct 6, 2018
If you were already sentenced on the DWAI, that can not be vacated by the court. You could however be sentenced up to 15 days in jail because of an alleged violation of your conditional discharge. What county is this case in? Consider hiring a lawyer to try and keep you out of jail.
answered on Sep 21, 2018
If it is a traffic ticket, you can hire an attorney to go and you do not have to appear. If it's a criminal matter, you must appear. Any questions, call me at (516) 766-1878. -Mike.
I was recently falsely arrested for criminal possession of a weapon. While waiting to be seen before a judge, I was released because the D.A chose not prosecute. Upon arrest the officers seized property even though it wasn’t categorized as arrest evidence, instead the officer categorized it as... View More
answered on Aug 28, 2018
If the police department refuses to return the property (that is legal), you may have to file an Order To Show Cause in Supreme (civil) Court to force them to return it.
answered on Aug 15, 2018
If you have already plead guilty and have been sentenced, the matter is done. If the sentence was more than 10 years ago and you meet other criteria, you may be eligible to have this matter sealed pursuant to CPL 160.59.
Tickets pending if I get a lawyer what is the likelihood of beating them
answered on Aug 10, 2018
Call an experienced attorney immediately to discuss this matter. You have 4 other speeding tickets pending right now?
answered on Aug 3, 2018
You may get that offer eventually with a hard working attorney on your side, but most likely not on the first court date (but it all depends on the case). I suggest retaining an experienced criminal defense attorney for proper representation.
answered on Jul 27, 2018
Yes, if you want to litigate the matter, the government is most likely going to have to call the arresting officer as a witness to prove their case absent other unknown facts of matter that you have not provided
Hi i was given a desk appearance ticket due to a false report but I then told the truth will I just be facing probation and no jail time I’m almost 7 months pregnant and have a 4 year old Please help firt time I’ve ever been to court or have written a report or anything im really scared this... View More
answered on Jul 26, 2018
Jail is unlikely for a first offense like this (although I do not know the nature of the false report), but you should definitely consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney for proper representation immediately. You do not want to walk into the courthouse without an attorney by your... View More
Hi i was given a desk appearance ticket due to a false report but I then told the truth will I just be facing probation and no jail time I’m almost 7 months pregnant and have a 4 year old Please help firt time I’ve ever been to court or have written a roport or anything in scared
answered on Jul 25, 2018
Where did this happen? You should consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney for proper representation immedidately.
answered on Jun 16, 2018
There is no expungement in NY, but there is now sealing for different convictions if you meet certain criteria. The new law is under CPL 160.59. I would suggest consulting with an experienced criminal defense attorney about your matter.
The person that opened the safe was a live in girlfriend to the owner only opening the safe as directed by the cops without a search warrant?
answered on Apr 20, 2016
The person charged should retain an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. Many more facts are needed to fully answer your question.
answered on Apr 20, 2016
The owner of the car has what is called an "innocent owner" defense. The owner should contact an attorney if the authorities are failing to return the vehicle.
I believe the person who called the police was lying, however my dad doesn't speak english and for this reason I believe he was treated unfairly. The story has changed several times by the accuser and I know my dad would never do this. Do I have any options? I am really scared for him because... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2016
Your father needs an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent him immediately.
to the evidence they say they have against him to prove the case. Don't they have to let his lawyer see the "evidence" before he decides?
answered on Apr 20, 2016
If the charge is a Felony, the District Attorney's Office does not have to provide discovery until AFTER an Indictment is issued. Many DA Offices have policies that if they make an an offer pre-indictment, it will be withdrawn upon an Indictment.
I got summond to court for being in central park too late and the judge said i couldnt be aressted or summond back to court in 6 months, but i got a ticket for hoping the turnstyle today, does the ticket effect the current 6 month period?
answered on Apr 20, 2016
The short answer is Yes it could, but the chances are slim and none that the ACD will be affected.
answered on May 27, 2015
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She has no other convictions or arrest record
answered on Mar 17, 2015
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