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Is it possible to have bogus DWAI expunged from record in NY state? High insurance rates, trouble getting hired, etc.
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Answered on November 22, 2015
A conviction of VTL 1192(1), driving while ability impaired (DWAI) cannot be expunged.
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Have any lawyer here had a client with a second arrest for forcible touching that was resolved with a non-criminal disposition?
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Answered on November 21, 2015
That is very tough. I can tell you that as a prosecutor I convicted somebody as a second offense. Whether or kit you get an offer all depends on...
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In New York what ages in the criminal court are you a youth so anything wont go on your records?
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Answered on November 21, 2015
Are you talking about youthful offender status? If so, the ages are 16, 17 and 18 (right up to the day before a 19th birthday).
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When I am wronged by false arrest, false imprisonment, unjust handling, it's illegal, right? They should be stopped & punished?
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Answered on November 20, 2015
For the second time, there is no right to resist an unlawful arrest. However, if you were falsely arrested then you may have a civil rights claim.
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Is it legal to resist an unlawful arrest? For example, if cops arrest me claiming something to be illegal when it's not, legal?
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Answered on November 20, 2015
Unfortunately no there is no lawful right to resist even an unlawful arrest. If you think you were arrested unlawfully then you should contact a...
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Will I get charged with a DUI for blowing over the legal limit in a portable breath test?
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Answered on November 20, 2015
It sounds like you were given standardized field sobriety tests. If you had blown over .08% BAC in the portable breath test (PBT), it is doubtful...
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I was recently released from prison in another state. How can I get around paying tickets over 12 years old?
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Answered on November 17, 2015
If you are talking about traffic tickets, then go to a DMV to check. If you are talking about a criminal summons, then go to the county court to...
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Is there still a way to press charges on someone when you have minimal evidence?
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Answered on November 16, 2015
You should consider filing police report. If you ever feel that you are in danger then call 911.
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DWI for using marijuana, also small posession of marijuana. What are the ramifications ? Actions should be taken?
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Answered on November 16, 2015
Hire an experienced defense attorney immediately. DWI drugs with marijuana are tough for a prosecutor to prove at trial.
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I was arrested again for forcible touching on the train. The first time i received a disorderly cobfuct violation. Can someone.
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Answered on November 15, 2015
An ADA will be much less inclined to make a non-criminal offer with a second forcible touching arrest. You need to speak to an attorney and tell...
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