If you were let go they probably will not be filing formal criminal charges, but that does not mean that they can't at a later date. It's probably...

When the police call or go looking for you for "questioning", you should never go without a lawyer. Seek the advice of a criminal defense lawyer...

What is a speedy trial

Yes you do. Posting bail does not deny you a right to a speedy trial.

I got chraged with grand larcany charges should i plead guilty not guilty or just ask for a public defender

If you cannot afford to retain private counsel ask for a public defender. You should never plead guilty without the advice of an experienced...

Criminal history and deferred action

Your family's criminal history should have no affect on your application. The deferred action petition is based solely on the individual that is...

I was charged with a 221.10 NY penal code. I went to court, took a plea bargain and was given a 240.20 instead.

Unless your case was sealed by the court, your disorderly conduct violation (PL 240.20) will appear.

Arrested for stealing a sweater,case dismissed, applying for naturalization

Based on your description you could have been arrested for either petit larceny (shoplifting) or criminal possession of stolen property. What you...

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In order to track down a warrant you will need to know the county where the warrant was issued, that is, assuming that you are talking about a...

Your ACD should not be considered a conviction by Immigration because it is not a "conviction". With an ACD you do not plead guilty to anything,...

You've done the right thing by not surrendering without a lawyer. I recommend never surrendering without a lawyer present to formally invoke your...