What type of Lawyer should I get?

You would want to consult with a civil lawyer who handles defamation suits.

Once the dismissal is final, the court records will be sealed and the arrest records should be expunged. That is supposed to happen automatically,...

I don't practice in your jurisdiction, but I would think the possibility of jail time is slim, although not impossible if you go to trial and are...

§ 240.30 Aggravated harassment in the second degree ...

Keep a record of the contact - date, time, and content of each communication. I suggest meeting with a criminal lawyer to explain your concerns and...

If a person arrested in NYC but did not received an arraignment and released within 12 hrs: be charge with an offense?

Where there was no prosecution, the arrest data can be expunged and court records (if any) sealed. The best way to ensure that this is done...

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I was charged- disorderly conduct 4 years ago. I'm applying to graduate school do I say yes when asked: been convicted of felony

You were convicted of a violation, not a crime. Only felonies and misdemeanors are "crimes." Assuming this is your only conviction, you do not have...

My son sent the fine in for disorderly conduct late. Now there is a bench warrant out for him

The bench warrant has to be vacated. Either retain counsel to walk your son through the process or contact the clerk of the court and ask for...

Do I need a lawyer to represent me with a 5th degree marihuana possetion I got arrested while sitting on my car no smoking

If you can afford to do so, it would be wise to retain a lawyer so that you can discuss the case in advance of the court date. If you can't afford...

Do you know of any attorneys who do Pro Bono Representation or Reduced Fee Assistance for a second Criminal Appeal?

I agree with the other lawyers who suggested contacting various bar associations and would further suggest exploring criminal appeals clinics at...

I was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree a class b felony.

Dismissed cases are required to be sealed and should not show up on a background check. However, to ensure that the case has been properly...