New York, NY asked in Criminal Law for New York

Q: I’ve been on probation for over a year and I have not reported to probation in over a year

In the process I have another charge which was possession of marijuana I would like to turn myself in but I don’t know what the ramifications will be while I have been working and keep myself busy and out of trouble any suggestions I would like to put this behind me so that I can move on and be productive. Thank you

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A: If you are on probation, have not been to probation in over a year, and have a new charge, it is highly recommended that you hire an attorney.

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