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If a girl lies about her age and gives a 19 year old oral and the police found out can he at least get a reduced charges?
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Answered on May 12, 2018
It can certainly help when his attorney is discussing a plea with the DA, but it does not get the charges dismissed. Whether it was consensual or...
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In the state of New York, can a 20 year-old be involved in a willing romantic/sexual relationship with a seventeen year old?
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Answered on May 12, 2018
Yes, the age of consent in New York is 17. However, be wary of actions taken before the younger party turned 17, as you can be criminally charged...
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Shoplifting case, $170 worth of clothes?
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Answered on May 12, 2018
As your first offense, you should walk away with a non-criminal disposition here. Talk to your lawyer about an ACD (an adjournment in contemplation...
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Can a 17 yr old have a legal relationship with a 41 yr old?
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Answered on May 12, 2018
Legally, a 17 year old can be in a relationship with an older individual - the age of consent in New York is 17.
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How can i change my lawer?
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Answered on May 12, 2018
You can retain a private attorney if you can afford it and he or she may be better able to give you the personal attention you want. If you're...
Had a warrant for bail
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Answered on May 12, 2018
Your boyfriend has to return to court in order to resolve the open warrant.
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How can I go about removing that off my record and can this be done ?
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Answered on May 12, 2018
There is a new law in NY that allows for certain convictions to be sealed. Depending on your conviction, if you haven't been in trouble since 1996,...
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What should I do ?
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Answered on May 10, 2018
Were you arrested? If not, then there isn't anything that you should do. Even if you receive a civil demand letter, most attorneys will typically...
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CAN I GET IN TROUBLE OR ARRESTED IF I VISIT MY KIDS DAD AND I HAVE A ORDER OF PTOTECTION ON HIM I LIVE IN BROOKLYN NY
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Answered on May 09, 2018
If the order of protection is against him, then HE will be the one to get in trouble if you visit him. It does not matter that you initiate the...
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Is there any way that i can avoid getting a permanent record if i shoplifted in sephora nyc ?
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Answered on May 07, 2018
Given this is your first offense, you will probably be offered an ACD - an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal. As long as you stay out of...
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