What is the minimum distance a parking sign needs to be to a vehicle for that vehicle to be in violation in NY state?

I agree with my colleague, plead not guilty, take pictures of the street showing no signs were posted, and argue that you had no notice of the...

Should I be worried?

If no criminal charges are filed, and you only have the civil demand (assuming they send it) review the commentary here on AVVO regarding whether...

If I reported a murder but don't won't to testify what can I do?

Recanting a statement to the police, [particularly in a case this serious, is a procedure that you should discuss with an experienced GA criminal...

The murder case trial is a year from now but I want to withdraw as a witness?

I agree with my colleague, you cannot 'withdraw' as a witness. Depending on whether you think you are going to called by the prosecution or the...

Public defender application denied I make no income is it legal to not provide me with a public defender?

I agree with my colleague, it is not just what you make, your assets including what you have in the bank or other interest bearing assets can be...

I agree with my colleague, this will depend on the conditions of your house arrest. You should have a list of the conditions, if you do not contact...

In a possession case, is there a difference from a misdemeanor and a felony depending on the weight of the substance, like meth?

I agree with my colleague, a determination of Possession vs. possession with intent to distribute; or, for purposes of increasing the seriousness...

Can the police search your car if they discover an open container with no alcohol content?

Search and seizure arguments are very fact sensitive, based on what you write you should consult with an experienced TX criminal defense lawyer...

A new Public Defender got fired in the middle of my fiancés case, can this effect my defense?

I agree with my colleague, the quality of defense does matter. To understand the options he has he needs to consult directly with an experienced...

What constitutes constructive posession of a weapon?

Anything is possible, but in regards to criminal law the concept of constructive possession requires you to be able to have the ability to exercise...