It's neither good nor bad. With COVID, courts are constantly changing their schedules, and that is the most likely reason for the change.
Depending on the circumstances, this could be a complicated issue. If they are trying to use the recordings to blackmail you, extort you, or threaten you, it could be a few different crimes (although the legislature passed the revenge porn law, I do not believe it’s been signed into law). If you... Read more »
a robbery happened and they think I have something to do with it but the day it happened I was at home with my roommate and girlfriend and they already told investigators this
You skipped your appointment
You likely will not be extradited, however there will be a warrant issued, and if you’re stopped by police in any other state you could be arrested and held. If you don’t resolve the DWI, it is going to follow you around and create more problems than it’s worth. I recommend handling it sooner... Read more »
Unfortunately once you plead guilty there are few avenues to withdraw the plea. You should speak to your attorney about the specifics of your case.
Possibly - this depends a lot on the type of lawsuit, as well as the ultimate disposition of the criminal case. If he’s acquitted, it will have little impact on a civil case. Feel free to reach out directly if you have further questions. Thanks!
If your case goes to hearings or trial the arresting officer will almost certainly testify. I hope this helps. Good luck
Dui show up on my drivers record?
Short answer: Yes.
All DWI's will show up on a record, but there is a difference between the record you can pick up for a few bucks at the DMV or online, versus a "lifetime record" that DMV, and even many police departments, will look at.
Like a fixed blade knife (blade 4in)
New York knife laws are very complicated. Some knives are absolutely illegal (including gravity knives, switchblade knives, pilum ballistic knives, metal knuckle knives, and cane swords). Other knives, like what you are describing, are more likely covered by Penal Law 260.15(4) which states that... Read more »
Absolutely. The only issue would be if the lawyer and prosecutor agreed on the bail amount to recommend, but even then the defense lawyer should be able to make an application to the court to lower it based on the factors set out in CPL 510.30.
Under the statute, police officers AND federal law enforcement officers are permitted to identify themselves as such. Only people who PRETEND to be police or federal law enforcement officers are violating the statute. Even for regular citizens (i.e. non police/feds) simply wearing a shirt that says... Read more »
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