When a judge issues a bench warrant for an individual, is it illegal for him to go out and tell the public?

A bench warrant is not confidential information.

Can my mother and my ex go to jail because she didnt report our relationship to the police?

If you do not want to make any statements to the police that is your choice. But make sure that if you do end up reporting anything to the police,...

If a person is being chargd w a felony2 for dv& the victim won't press charges should they attend the grand jury& say so or skip

A felony charge is a serious one. It is irrelevant whether the victim decides to drop the charges. If the ADA decides to go forward, you would need...

Arrested without formal charges filed, questioned and released

There should be no record of the arrest. But you could ask the DCJS (mentioned above) to confirm in a letter that the records are sealed.

Can a prior felony conviction that occured for more than 16 years ago be used against you for breaking the after dark park rule?

Your prior conviction will not and should not be considered in your new violation. Hire a criminal defense attorney for the violation charges. Even...

Is it possible he can be convicted?

He could be convicted if guilt is proven to the jury beyond a reasonable doubt. He would need to ASAP invest in an experienced criminal defense...

Where can I get the information on the terms of my plea?

I agree with Attorney Bukh. Either Department of Probation or Clerk of the Court at which you took the plea. Chances are your previous lawyer has a...

Can you use information of a dismissed case for a new case? Also, if the case was dismissed will anything show up on background?

You can use the same information from the dismissed case but it is risky to open up issues that were resolved in that case so consult with your...

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How long once the Jury hears a murder case in NYC till an arrest is made? I know the police are looking to indict this person.

The Grand Jury's decision is made after it hears the case. Although in order to indict, the evidence before the Grand Jury is to be legally...

WIll an ACD for a violation show up on a thorough background check. Also is an appearance ticket an arrest?

A person who receives a Desk Appearance Ticket (DAT) has been arrested. DAT is given in place of the formal arrest procedure. If you were...