Hindering apprehension can be an indictable (felony) or disorderly persons (misdemeanor). It depends what you were hindering. Most often if the...

Short answer, yes. That he was suspended for the 2nd DWI when he was charged with the 3rd makes the situation worse.

What are my options for my son who was arrested on burglary, resisting arrest and possession of marijuana?

A public defender is always an option. They are usually good trial attorneys, but with very heavy caseloads that do not allow them the time to...

My husband has a back charge of violating his probation now he is in jail with a warrent awaiting for delaware county

Since he is not wanted in NJ, there is very little a NJ lawyer can do. It is possible to challenge extradition, but this is not usually successful.

Am I facing jail time? Extremely scared and nervous.

In all likelihood, your pti will be violated. You need to act quickly in getting a lawyer to deal with the shoplifting. A public defender is...

I received a desk appearance ticket for possession of marijuana in New York City. Do I need to worry?

It is always a good idea to retain private counsel. NY is tougher than NJ in qualifying for Legal Aid. With two priors you are not going to get any...

If this is your only involvement with the criminal justice system, you should be OK. However, there is a requirement for good moral character to...

One violation should not affect your visa because it is an administrative charge, not a criminal charge. However, if you become a repeat offender...

My niece petitioned my brother currently staying in US she had insufficient income, Can I co-sponsor ?.

If you are a citizen or permanent resident and qualify based on income you can co-sponsor.

It depends. If your convicted was overturned and remanded to the trial court for further proceedings, you still have to answer to the charges in...

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