My ex and I had an altercation a detective called me Said he needed me to come in to sign some papers am I going to be arrested?
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Answered on August 24, 2018
Do not go to the precinct to speak with the detective. It sounds likely that your ex filed a report and the detective likely plans to arrest you....
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How can I be arrested for a threat?
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Answered on August 23, 2018
Yes, you can be arrested. You should have an attorney call the officer on your behalf and arrange a surrender. If you cannot afford an attorney,...
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Is the age limit to consent for 16 year old the highest being 23 years old?
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Answered on August 23, 2018
Your question is unclear. If you're referring to sexual relationships, the age of consent in New York is 17.
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How much would bail usually be for possession of a weapon in the 4th degree "metal knuckles" with no prior convictions
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Answered on August 23, 2018
Bail depends on a variety of factors, including your criminal history, warrant history, your ties to the community, etc. It is likely that the...
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Appeared I tried to steal from a store but got stopped before I made it out of the store is this petit larceny or attempted?
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Answered on August 23, 2018
This is a typical fact pattern for a petit larceny charge. Speak with an attorney prior to your court date, you may be able to walk away with a...
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If me and my boyfriend have no priors and we both got issued tickets for a court date for petty larceny can we go to jail
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Answered on August 23, 2018
Yes, a jail sentence up to one year is possible if you are charged with misdemeanor petit larceny. However, the likelihood of that happening is...
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If a grown male hits a minor leaving a black eye or mark what charges can he face?
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Answered on August 23, 2018
He can be charged with a number of different crimes, including assault and endangering the welfare of a child, among others depending on the rest...
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What kind of lawyer for grand theft
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Answered on August 22, 2018
You need to hire a criminal defense attorney. If you can't afford to do so, the court will appoint one to you at no cost.
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Am I allowed to speak with the judge in a domestic violence case?
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Answered on August 22, 2018
It is the District Attorney's decision whether or not to dismiss a case. Complainants rarely, if ever, speak to judges about their cases. If you...
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Is it illegal that Ive have sex with and 18 year old when I’m 15 ? And can he go to jail for it?
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Answered on August 22, 2018
The age of consent in New York is 17, so an 18 year old can face criminal charges if he/she has sexual relations with a 15 year old.
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