You need to successfully complete PTI and have the charges dismissed. Then, I would recommend expunging the arrest record which you can do six (6)...

Am I eligible for a petition of nondisclosure on this or not? If so, how do I go about getting that? Thanks!

Yes, you need an expungement of the arrest record. You are eligible as long as you have no other record and it's been 6 months since you completed...

First time offender?

Dean is correct, usually on a three flat you are eligible for parole in about 9 months. With regards to ISP, you need to apply and be accepted into...

Is it possible to avoid jail time?

Yes. You sound like a good candidate for the pre-trial intervention (PTI) program. This will allow you to avoid jail and a felony charge on your...

If found guilty of a criminal offense, will a judge take in consideration that I've never been in trouble before?

Yes, the fact that you have no prior criminal history is a major factor. Unfortunately, because the charges are extremely serious (robbery), you...

A 1368 passed senate + assembly, will Christie sign it

I am hearing that Christie may not sign it anyway. We'll see if it actually becomes law.

Yes, this is a disorderly persons offense and will show up on a criminal case history (known as "CCH") background check so you should disclose it.

What do I do?

You need to get an attorney right away. You are facing indictable (felony) charges so they are very serious.

For a CDS offense, can I get a conditional discharge without a plea? I need this my attorney says no but another atty said yes.

Yes, you can get a conditional discharge without a guilty plea. However, you can't get a conditional dismissal without a guilty plea. Maybe you are...

Can my mom legally place a restraining order on my boyfriend? Can he get in trouble for "intruding"?

No. In order to establish jurisdiction for a restraining order under the domestic violence act, the parties must be related, be in a dating...