I got ACD and the case was dimissed after six months. How can I check that the case was really dismissed and the record sealed?

The dismissal after the ACD period occurs automatically. However, you can go to the clerks office and request a certificate of disposition which...

You cannot just pay a fine and avoid completing the 18 hours of community service. It is likely that the community service was to be performed in...

Is it recommend to write to a Judge before the sentence date ?

This is a question best addressed to your attorney. Notwithstanding, mitigation packets can be helpful where they include various character letters...

What if I can't afford a lawyer?

It might be helpful to set up a consultation with a few lawyers to get an idea of what the fees are before you determine that you cannot afford...

You can call the court clerk for basic information about your case if it is not appearing on webcrims. Cases do not appear on webcrims until they...

My friend is being charged with a Class A 155.25. He is 35 years old with no priors and studying to be a nurse.

Your friend should hire an attorney. If he does not have any priors, and depending on the circumstances surrounding the case, it is possible that...

I have been charged with robbery and simple assault. I don't believe the statutes for these charges have been met in my case.

You need to retain an attorney so that your issues can be sufficiently addressed. Notwithstanding, a weapon is not required to sustain a robbery...

Is my petit larceny a conviction?

It sounds like you received an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal, which is not a conviction. Your case will be dismissed and sealed after...

You can go to room G64 in the Queens Criminal Courthouse (125-01 Queens Blvd, Kew Gardens, NY) and present your ID and they will be able to give ...

Looking for an affordable criminal defense lawyer. I have ACD for six months but I cannot get any jobs because of the background

It would be probably best to contact your attorney that handled the matter for you in the first place because he/she is already well versed in the...