Does my daughter need a lawyer?

YES. Unless she knows the Rules of Court, the Rules of Evidence, the statutory provisions she is charged under (and that will impact that charge),...

Can someone be denied parole because of something they did 27 years ago that has nothing to do with why they are in prison now

A prior record will always be a consideration when it comes to a judge calculating the length of a sentence being imposed, or the date on which a...

What do i have to do to get my license back?

Respectfully, if you want the DMV to issue the license, you will have to follow their loop around and satisfy the issues in the order they want...

Was my son's civil rights violated?

I agree with my collegue, although the facts pertaining to how they got to the MJ in the backpack is something you did not fully explain. Search...

I have a felony of forgrey in il and I live in ky. how can I get it expanged or sealed?

Expungement and Sealing are in essence the same thing, the removal of your past criminal records which can be viewed by the public. These types of...

Can a 19 year old girl face criminal charges for having sex with 14 year old boy and then gets pregnant

I agree with both of my collegues. I strongly urge you to discuss this with an attorney who is licensed to practice law in NY, who specializes in...

I was told that I couldnt enter the store ever again. Are my civilrights being violated?

I agree with Mr. Garner. You have the right to never go back again, they have the right to exclude you. If they believe you stole fromthem,...

Do I need an Atty?

Do you understand the stautes you are charged under, and the applicable burden of proof? Do you understand the direct sentencing consequences...

Can a police officer search a vehicle that it stops without a warrant?

The answer to your captioned question is YES. The type of search he was asking you to agree to is a consent search. If you do not consent, he...

The assistance of the Public DEfender is typically provided through the Court for those who cannot afford a lawyer and who are facing the prospect...