If i had a prior felony that was plead down to a misdemeanor will it be on my record as a felony or misdemeanor?

If you accepted a plea to a misdemeanor in full satisfaction of the felony charges, then it will appear on your record as a misdemeanor not as a...

Forty years ago i was arrested in NY C and charged with a misdemeanor. Will this show up if i'm fingerprinted for a new Visa?

Were you convicted? Did you plea to a violation?

Once the DA throws an offer can they come back with a higher offer?

Yes, the DA can withdraw an offer at any point. --- Todd A. Spodek, Esq. Spodek Law Group P.C. 100 Church Street, 8th Floor New York, NY...

I had been arrested for theft e felony charges and im on bail court date is coming very soon what should i do

Hire a criminal defense lawyer who assist you ASAP. --- Todd A. Spodek, Esq. Spodek Law Group P.C. 100 Church Street, 8th Floor New York, NY...

Will paying off old desk appearance tickets clear a possible warrant?

No, you need professional assistance. --- Todd A. Spodek, Esq. Spodek Law Group P.C. 100 Church Street, 8th Floor New York, NY...

I violated my probation in 2010 Had a warrant for my arrest i know this Because a letter was sent to my old address.

Not necessarily, it could not appear correctly in their system. A criminal defense lawyer could sort this out with probation. You should resolve...

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If i am abroad, can a lawyer plead guilty and pay my $25 fine for an open container summons in NYC?

A criminal lawyer can appear on your behalf and resolve this for you. Feel free to call me with any questions. Thanks.

Depending on the facts that the officer wrote down in support of the summons you might be able to get it dismissed for facial insufficiency. If...

I received a cease and desist letter. Am I legally obligated to respond to it?

No, unless you received a Summons and Complaint or Notice. However, it is prudent to have a lawyer look into it. --- Todd A. Spodek,...

If I deposit a few personal checks in my own name from another bank account that has been closed into a active account can I

This can potentially be construed as check kiting. You should speak with an attorney and limit the details you disclose on a public forum such as...