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What should I do
answered on Nov 3, 2019
Speaking as a defense attorney, this is frustrating for us. We leave voice messages and send emails hoping to engage with the DA to keep out client's matters moving, but sometimes they don't want to engage. Either they are too busy or avoiding us until they get a handle on the case.... View More 
Our friend that he asked if he wanted the pills sent the conversation to my mom. She is now threatening to send him to prison and have my son taken away. What can I do? And can he go to prison based off of a Facebook message?
answered on Oct 29, 2019
I suggest he retain a lawyer for a consultation. Do not be pennywise and dollar foolish.
How much is one day not in jail worth?
My son is on probation. He was scheduled to appear for violating his probation. I let him borrow my vehicle to get there. He showed up at the correct place, date, and time. While there he was arrested and bail set for violating probation. The probation officer was not there and instructed the... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2019
You can talk to the supervisors in both departments.
You can file suit through an attorney if you can find an attorney which I doubt you will find because of the lack of damages
What type of charge is penal code 165.00
answered on Oct 23, 2019
165.00 Misapplication of property.
1. A person is guilty of misapplication of property when, knowingly
possessing personal property of another pursuant to an agreement that
the same will be returned to the owner at a future time,
(a) he loans, leases,... View More
Can I be disqualified if I violated and order of protection?
answered on Oct 23, 2019
Please understand that I don't know the hiring standards of the police service you would like to apply to, but generally speaking a conviction and record for disobeying court orders would likely not make you the most ideal candidate. Be prepared to provide an explanation that makes sense if... View More
For example you can use this website in Maryland http://casesearch.courts.state.md.us/casesearch/processDisclaimer.jis
answered on Oct 13, 2019
Some cases are confidential such as all Family Court cases and all Divorce cases. Beyond that you would go to e-courts and click on the court that the case is in and then enter the name you are looking for. You will get limited information on line.
Grand larceny in the 3rd
answered on Oct 4, 2019
The possible sentence will range depending on a variety of factors, including whether you have a prior conviction, what that conviction is for, etc. Speak with an attorney about your specific case facts to get a better understanding of where you stand.
The first time I was plead down to disorderly conduct if I stayed out of trouble for a year. Will i serve jail time this time ?
answered on Oct 4, 2019
Though jail is not likely, the DA's office will likely take the case more seriously than the previous one since it is not your first arrest. Nonetheless, a non-criminal disposition is still possible. Speak with your attorney and make sure he/she knows about your previous case.
i took the package and ran into a golf course and hod then gave myself up
answered on Oct 4, 2019
If this is your first arrest, your attorney should be looking for a non-criminal disposition. However, more details about your case are necessary to have a better understanding of what exactly you're facing. Contact an attorney in the area to discuss the case facts.
My son is incarcerated in the state of New York.it is a criminal case.
answered on Oct 4, 2019
Where in New York is your son's case? You should contact an attorney and provide your son's information - they should be able to look up his case and can guide you from there.
I am currently on PTR and my lawyer is recommending a safety valve meeting. I only have a misdemeanor poss. In the 7th on my record and wpuld like to know since I only have less then 60 days in jail on that charge, will I have the option to do 0-6 months in jail since I only have 1 Point?
Mother received a large check from retirement account and she passed away before cashing it. Her boyfriend deposited the check into their joint account several days after her passing and then closed the account once the check cleared. He now has the money and is refusing to give it to the children.... View More
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answered on Sep 28, 2019
If he endorsed a check made payable to your deceased mother he committed fraud. You can call the police and/or DA to report it.
answered on Sep 25, 2019
Where in NY are you looking for representation and for what? It's a big state.
with normal goods the title remains with rightful owner regardless of who posseses it, such as when it is stolen. that is one can only transfer as much title as they were given upon obtaining it. this would make a thifs title void. but is this the same with cash or does title start fresh merely... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2019
Greetings. In New York, cash is not considered a good (unless it is a commodity, which in your given example it is not). Thus it may be transferred without civil implications in most factual situations (for example, an innocent casino receiving money that may or may not be stolen; an innocent car... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2019
Depositions can be taken out with the leave of the court with condition that the depositions will be brought before the court when ever needed by the court, if the case has not been disposed off. You must contact a local lawyer who will draft its application and will proceed.
The police searched my van once with my consent then I refused for the 2nd time because I didn't trust them. They told me they didn't search t&e van, they lied. They said they were going to get a search warrant yesterday. One officer told me that I can be present during the search.... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2019
Search is always commensed before two witnesses of vacinity and in the end a list of items is prepared for the record it is not essential that the owner must be present. Laws may differ in different countries. But basic principal is same. For more details you must contact local lawyer.
He harassing him in school and scared him
what is post release?
answered on Sep 7, 2019
He would have to apply under interstate compact through his probation or parole officer
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