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I read a news article that someone killed a cop in self defense but was found innocent. Is self defense against cop legal? When?
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Answered on November 20, 2015
Self-defense is a valid defense to a criminal charge (assault, murder) regardless of the status of the aggressor. The police are no different than...
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Is it legal to resist an unlawful arrest? For example, if cops arrest me claiming something to be illegal when it's not, legal?
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Answered on November 20, 2015
It is never legal to resist an arrest, legal or not. Only a court can determine whether an arrest is legal or illegal, not you. If arrested, you...
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Hello I have a prior charge in 1996 for a gun and in 2015 21(841) case I'am I ineligible for the safey valve?
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Answered on November 15, 2015
Based on the limited facts you provide it would appear that your 1996 gun case would not prevent you from receiving safety valve benefits -- if...
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What should I plead to this?
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Answered on November 04, 2015
Hire a lawyer that you trust and respect then take his/her advice. Short version -- pleas not guilty and let your attorney work out a ACD or other...
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Few Questions - Charged with PL 165.40 and given a DAT Ticket. First time offense. Financial Service Professional
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Answered on November 03, 2015
I will answer your questions using your numbered requests:
1. No. You are not convicted; only arrested. A conviction occurs ONLY when you plead...
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What happens when you have a court appointed lawyer that doesn't work for you?
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Answered on October 27, 2015
If your court-appointed lawyer and you cannot agree on how to best represent you then you might consider asking the Court to appoint a new lawyer....
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I am seriously considering a settlement offer by the City of NY regarding a false arrest. However, I want to sue the detective
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Answered on October 25, 2015
Six civil rights attorneys with over 150 years of experience tell you not to sue. You should probably heed their advice.
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Is it suggested that I get a lawyer instead of doing it myself to post bail for an inmate charged with Conspiracy Felony B
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Answered on October 23, 2015
Technically, you do not need a lawyer to post bail. Your simply bring the check to the jail and the defendant is released. However, it may be...
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What happen in the furure after receive an ACD? Can life go back to normal before the arrest?
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Answered on October 22, 2015
The entire purpose of an ACD is to allow you to get on with your life -- without any personal concerns for or legal problems of a criminal...
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My (the accused) words vs the accuser's words, aren't they equally valued testimonies? If so, shouldn't she provide the proofs?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
Testimonial evidence is still evidence. It is up to a jury to decide if it's credible. The absence of any physical evidence (as you describe in...
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