My cousin used his sisters school metrocard to enter the subway and was giving a slip to appear in court.. Does he need a lawyer

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   Eric Rothstein

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   Answered January 17, 2013 11:03. Yes. He has been charged with a Class A misdemeanor, which is a crime.

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   Steven Smollens

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   Answered January 17, 2013 11:18. Does he need a lawyer?
   
   Yes. He has been charged with a crime. Id the cousin an adult or a juvenile? His sister may lose her school metrocard privilege as well.
   
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   Carol SchlittPro

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   Answered January 18, 2013 07:30. Your cousin should not take any chances. He or she faces a misdemeanor charge and his sister could be in trouble too since he used her metrocard. Your cousin should consult with an attorney immediately. An attorney could help avoid a guilty verdict or minimize the damage. Ignoring this could come back and cause more problems later. Find someone experienced with these types of cases.

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   Daniel Jimenez

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   Answered January 17, 2013 11:43. Since he is facing a misdemeanor charge it would be in his best interest to have an attorney handle this matter. This is a serious matter although it may not seem like it.

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   Brian PascalePro

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   Answered January 23, 2013 15:29. Yes, he should consult with a lawyer.

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