How important is the date in a sexual abuse case.

Very often cases like this are prosecuted were there is a range of dates which gives the prosecutor great latitude and gives the child witness some...

Prosecution hasn't done anything in the case for 9 months. Can I sue or move the court for wasting my time?

The first thing to consider is a motion to dismiss the case based upon a speedy trial violation. New York State has very definite rules regarding...

From the way that you describe the events it places the defendant at the scene in which an altercation took place. If the prosecutor believes that...

Are these testing conditions valid for field sobriety tests pertaining to DWI/DWAI charge in New York?

The standard field sobriety tests are subject to challenge. They are designed to be administered on a dry, flat surface that is free from debris. ...

My son is charged with burglary and robbery in 1st degree. in NY DA wants 8 years should he take it or go to trial

Your son will need to meet with his attorney and take some time to review the credible evidence the prosecutor intends to present at the trial...

Arrested for charge pl 165.16 theft of services

An ACD is normally a better option since it results in an dismissal.

Dwi in nyc

You will probably be offered to plea to the traffic infraction of driving while ability impaired, VTL section 1192.1 depending on your prior record...

DWI

You will probably be offered to plea to the traffic infraction of driving while ability impaired, VTL section 1192.1 depending on your prior record...

What will happen in trial tomorrow

If your case is actually going to trial tomorrow I wish you luck. I also hope that you and your attorney have been able to review all the police...

Is it an appealable issue if the judge neglects to mention on the record the presence of the defense counsel?

The viable legal issue in this context would be whether the attorney was actually present not necessarily whether the judge said he was present. ...