How can I get this felony conviction expunged.

Unfortunately New York does not have expungement, except for drug-related diversion.

Do i still owe restitution? How long is that judgement good for? What happens if I dont pay it?

I cannot imagine your probation being completed without the restitution payments. Have you consulted the attorney who represented you? The attorney...

What is the best outcome for myself in this situation?

The best outcome is you are found not guilty. You should be concerned with the opposite: a long prison sentence and the Sexual Offemder Registry....

Marijuana question

Medical marijuana may be legal in New York now but otherwise possession and/or sale is illegal. Your friend is telling you a fish tale. However,...

Should I pay my civil demand to avoid any further criminal charges?

It would cost the store far more to sue you than the amount they are demanding. On the other hand, it is possible that they could report you to the...

Fare evasion

Usually people without a criminal history are issued a summons. If you are on a list called transit recidivist or have prior convictions then...

How much jail/prison time for violation of parole and criminal possession of a weapon in the 4th degree?

Based on what you wrote, the parolee could serve the maximum sentence. In addition, the new charge could be Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the...

Should I be paying back money that was never taken ?

The best person to ask is your current attorney. If there is a discrepancy in the amount of restitution, then your lawyer should bring it to the...

Dismissed and sealed pink summons question

It depends on the type of search being conducted. If you are applying for a job in law enforcement, the summons may show up.

Theft of services is the name of the crime, Penal Law Section 165.15. Fare evasion is the act of not paying the fare for public transportation.