PO making me attend "Exclusive" Behavioral Therapy Program in NYC. Insisting on this 1 program. How to switch venues? Judge/PO?

I agree with my colleague, the PO gets to approve the provider, under the facts you listed. Propose an alternative, but if not approved you either...

Can I get a PTI in Nj if I plead guilty to a misdemeanor in another state?

I agree with my colleague, PTI is not limited to 'first offenders' but any prior conviction can result in a denial of participation. In addition, a...

Stalking laws in NJ and what to do?

File a criminal complaint for Harassment with the police for each instance, one count for each time this was done. Be prepared to go to Court more...

My friend was charged with 2nd degree possession and distribution.

Anything is possible, but he is facing 5-10 years in prison just on that 2nd degree PWI charge. Factors his atty needs to be considering include...

Does my family need a criminal defense attorney?

Your brother needs an experienced criminal defense atty, before he goes to Court and before he talks to anyone else other than his lawyer. These...

My question deals with dismissal of a case:

Dismissal is not automatic. It depends on the totality of the evidence including the testimony from any witness with personal knowledge that is...

I agree with my colleagues, a first dirty urine may be a basis, but much of it depends on what your performance has been in regards to all of the...

Can a person get charged with a gun even if its registered and was never in their possession at the time of arrest.

I agree with my colleague, can he be charged...the obvious answer is Yes. I believe your actual question is whether he can be convicted...and that...

If I don't accept the first plea offer can the judge lawfully revoke your bond as insufficient

I agree with my colleagues comments, but also note that a Judge always has the latitude to adjust a bail situation if additional facts are brought...

In trial is it normal for DA to offer a lesser charge of possession instead of possession with intent double jepordy

I agree with my colleagues, this would not be double jeopardy unless you had already been found not guilty.

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