If attorney from 2010 never wrote motions during criminal matter but should have & we werent aware of this, do we hav recourse?

You might be able to get this vacated due to ineffective counsel. This would only be the case if this caused an error. Speak to another attorney...

If you accept an ACOD in Texas, but live in NYC, does the pending case become a public record during the 6 month adjournment?

You might want to post this on the Texas criminal questions. It would all depend on how that state handles reporting these cases .

Entered in the subway without paying, got the 140.5 pink ticket. What's gonna happen afterwards ?

It would be worth it to you to get an attorney to handle this for you and have a chance of getting it dismissed. In that case it should not cause...

Son is in custody @ WoodCounty Sheriff- picked up on warrants Bail set @ 20k bond No 10%

Mr. Rothstein is correct. Your son should have an attorney either appointed for one or a criminal attorney that is representing him and that...

I'm on probation. Wasn't supposed to get out of NYC without court permission. Got speeding Ticket in NJ, Am I in trouble?

The above answers are all correct, go over your terms of probation regarding the ticket. If you are asking if your probation officer will find out...

My bf and his ex made false accusations. both statements were different. have not been to jail in five years. what can i do.

You could be looking a jail time if you were arrested for this offense. You need to be represented by an attorney so contact on or have the court...

Stole 100 dollars from someone in new York without force and being charged with grand larceny and possession of stolen property.

This can depend in any past record. However your lawyer who will have all the facts will be in the best position to advise you. Do not make any...

Is it legal for a probation officer to not return phone calls, and then violate a person for not making contact?

I think that you would have to give more facts. Are they violating you for lack of personal contact? If so, a phone call would not suffice.

What is the chance that I go to jail for stealing $400.00 from my job?

Without a prior record, your chance of not going to jail for this small amount are good. You should consult with a criminal defense attorney as...

Do you have to turn over all evidence to the prosecution before trial or at trial?

Have you been criminally charged in this case? It sounds like you have exculpatory evidence that this was a mechanical failure. The prosecution...

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