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Had a switch blade with me in my backpack...forgot all about it. Charged with njsa 2c 39-3e. What are the consequences?
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Answered on December 21, 2012
You are currently charged with a fourth degree crime, though it will almost certainly be downgraded to a disorderly persons offense at the...
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I was charged under 2c:35-10a for possession of aprox 50 grams of cocaine in NJ i also served 12 yrs about 15 yrs ago for cds
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Answered on December 21, 2012
It's unclear what your question is. It sounds like you are charged with simple possession from the 35-10a, which is good because 50g would have...
Police told me they'll reduce or drop charges if I give out information?
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Answered on December 21, 2012
Cops do not have the ability to reduce the charges. Only prosecutors do. Providing them info may or may not be a good idea. It depends on the facts...
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Were any actual laws broken?
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Answered on December 20, 2012
Definitely nothing illegal was intended, but that does not mean complaints will not be pursued. Neither you nor your friend should give any...
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Filing 485 for my wife. I am a US citizen.
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Answered on December 20, 2012
That is correct. She can adjust as long as you are a citizen and she entered with a visa. As you can see, though, it is easy to overlook things or...
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My Brother in law has a warrant for not going to a DUI hearing in Philadelphia, PA. He lives in NJ. If he comes into contact wit
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Answered on December 20, 2012
You are correct. He will be detained and jailed for at least a few hours or days while PA is contacted. Ignoring it will only make the problem worse.
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I am a Beneficiary of F1- Unmarried sons of US Citizens. I have my Interview next week at US Consulate.
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Answered on December 20, 2012
Tell the truth. If you lie, it will catch up to you later when you apply to become a citizen. It could result in permanent bar from getting a visa.
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How will a 2C:35-10a(4) affect me as a student?
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Answered on December 19, 2012
Conditional discharge is not a conviction and should not affect federal financial aid. However, you should consult with a lawyer to determine if...
USCIS I-130 and criminal background check
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Answered on December 18, 2012
No, it will not. But filing an I130 and getting an I130 approved are two entirely different things. Many people think they can file an I130 and go...
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I have been charged with 2C:20-11B(1) how should I plead and what can be the outcome of this charge?
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Answered on December 18, 2012
you should not go to court without a lawyer. If you do, plead not guilty and ask for time to hire a lawyer. Your charge is an indictable (felony)...