How much time do you get in prison for Drunk Driving?

While it is possible it is rare for a person with no criminal record including driving while intoxicated convictions to receive jail time for a...

Will an Unlawful Possession of Alcohol Under 21, bring back my ACD?

That is hard to predict. It is possible, but unlikely. You should consult with an attorney--and always plead not guilty. The burden is on the...

Apart for the immigration impact, unless there is a serious record and/or convictions for this type of crime, the cases may be resolved by a offer...

Can a mother be arrested for child neglect because she reports domestic violence?

When you say against the mother, do you mean it protects the mother? If so, it is unlikely the mother will be arrested for endangering the welfare...

I am a 19 year old male dating a 16 year old female. Is this illegal or legal to date in NY?

The ago of consent to have sex in New York is 17. You could be charged with a crime. Obviously it's not a good idea to get involved with somebody...

What should he plea for or how should he go about this?

People accused of crimes should plead not guilty; the burden of proof is on the prosecution to prove all the elements of a crime beyond reasonable...

Do I need a lawyer for a trasspass charge? Do I be straight with judge that I knew I was trasspassing ?

Yes, you need a lawyer, and no, you should not admit guilt. First, the burden of proof is on the prosecution to prove every element of the crime...

How to seal my criminal record?

Disorderly conduct automatically seals one year after pleading to it. There's nothing that you need to do seal the record, just wait the one year.

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

That question is difficult to answer without knowing the strength or weakness of the case, which you should not write about online, and any...

If you have sex with someone who is underage and willing, is it considered rape or molestation?

Yes, that is commonly known as statutory rape. It can be a felony or misdemeanor and depending upon the age of the parties. The theory is that an...