Questions answered by Patrick J Cooney

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Do I have to surrender my plates for a cwof'd MA dui if I am a Connecticut resident with Connecticut plates?

Patrick's answer | Answered on December 09, 2017

You not need to surrender your plates but if your privilege to drive in MA is suspended CT will likely also suspend your privilege to drive in CT...

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I got a copy of a sealed search warrant, I have identified who the CI is in my case, what can I do with this information?

Patrick's answer | Answered on December 08, 2017

Get an experience criminal defense attorney immediately. You need an attorney to advise you.

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Can a store press charges/police report if their cameras didn't catch me stealing?

Patrick's answer | Answered on December 03, 2017

You have just publicly admitted to a crime! Stop posting immediately and call an experienced local criminal defense attorney. Yes, a judge can sign...

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Backed out of driveway, killed by oncoming car who was not looking at the road but at device in his car. Who is at fault?

Patrick's answer | Answered on November 21, 2017

I am sorry to hear of this tragic loss. I think fault will be assigned by the accident reconstruction team that will investigate the case. This...

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Is there anyway I can expedite the process of taking the alcohol education class?

Patrick's answer | Answered on October 25, 2017

The Amethyst Program is certainly the fastest way to meet your AEP requirements. Typically applying for the program is a two stage process (it...

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What are her chances of not going to jail?

Patrick's answer | Answered on October 23, 2017

These are very serious charges. Her chances of avoiding jail time will be increased if she hires an experienced criminal defense attorney and if...

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Can you be released early on a dui charge of 120 mandatory?

Patrick's answer | Answered on October 20, 2017

Yes. There is an early release program that includes treatment/classes that must be completed prior to a prisoners release.

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Is there a certain amount of days you have to file a motion for continuance before a scheduled hearing?

Patrick's answer | Answered on October 10, 2017

Courts generally have wide discretion to grant or deny a continuance request. They typically grant continuance requests.

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Questions about dismissed domestic violence charge ?

Patrick's answer | Answered on September 27, 2017

If you have participated in and successfully completed the Family Violence Education Program all the charges against you will be dismissed. At that...

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First time offense, 0 BAC level, and small amounts of marijuana in system. What is the likely sentence and do i need a lawyer

Patrick's answer | Answered on September 27, 2017

You should definitely hire an experience criminal defense attorney. There are programs that you may be eligible for that could keep your record...

Patrick J Cooney's Answers (419)

Do I have to surrender my plates for a cwof'd MA dui if I am a Connecticut resident with Connecticut plates?

I got a copy of a sealed search warrant, I have identified who the CI is in my case, what can I do with this information?

Can a store press charges/police report if their cameras didn't catch me stealing?

Backed out of driveway, killed by oncoming car who was not looking at the road but at device in his car. Who is at fault?

Is there anyway I can expedite the process of taking the alcohol education class?

What are her chances of not going to jail?

Can you be released early on a dui charge of 120 mandatory?

Is there a certain amount of days you have to file a motion for continuance before a scheduled hearing?

Questions about dismissed domestic violence charge ?

First time offense, 0 BAC level, and small amounts of marijuana in system. What is the likely sentence and do i need a lawyer