Arrested in NYC in 1993 for shoplifting but it was dismissed?

Criminal convictions are not automatically dismissed. New York law allows certain individuals to apply to have their conviction sealed if they meet...

Do not speak to anyone without an attorney. As others have said, it sounds like you are being investigated, or you are suspected of having some...

How can I drop criminal charges against someone

Only the DA can move to dismiss the charges, but your lack of willingness to go forward can certainly make that a more likely scenario. If you do...

How do I get an order of protection dissolved?

It is up to the judge to modify or vacate an order of protection - and they will typically only do so if the DA consents to it. If possible, you...

How do I get a order of protection lowered?

Is the order of protection through family court or criminal court? If he was arrested and there is a criminal case now against him, you can speak...

Can I get an order of protection against my son that lives in my home? He's 55yrs old

Yes, you can petition for an order of protection at your local family court. You can also potentially file a police report. If you file in family...

Yes, you can press charges for this behavior - he can face both misdemeanor and felony charges. If convicted of a misdemeanor, the total maximum...

Help us? Family Violence . Please help ?

Do you know which court you have to appear in and what the court appearance is for? There is not a clear question in your description.

It is possible that the criminal court order can be subject to a family court order of protection, but it of course is not guaranteed. You can also...

Step daughter lied to get a order of protection?

If you have been served with an order of protection through family court, you will have to appear on the date indicated on the summons. At that...