I agree with what Mr. Johnston said. I would also add, that if your brother's defense is that he received the bogus bill from a person to whom he...

What is by best defense and can i sue

I would recommend that you click on the "Find A Lawyer" tab on Avvo and search for a Speeding and Traffic Lawyer. They deal with the DMV all the...

Can I be held accountable even though it wasnt mine and I wasnt there

The question you ask is not simple. The issue is - did you have "constructive possession" of the drugs. I do not practice in your state and the...

How long

Requests for changes in bail conditions can happen at any time and your lawyer is free to make the application to the court to have the ankle...

What is the mandatory minimum for none violent drug cases.

The New York rules pertaining to sentencing are often very complex and your question does not contain enough information to provide an accurate...

I can't afford an attorney. Do you think I can beat this in court if I defend my self in court.

Abraham Lincoln supposedly said, "A man who represents himself has a fool for a client." Your life, your record and possibly your freedom are on...

Can my husband take my charges for me and go to prison instead of me?

The answer is "no." I'm sure you've heard the expression, "Don't do the crime if you can't do the time." Unless your husband was involved in the...

What can we do as far as striking a deal? What are we looking at as far as sentencing ?

The facts you provided do not provide enough information. You say "controlled substance" but do not specify what it is. You say "transportation"...

Please let me know if this would "stick" in court, and if not, then what would?

As Mr. Carrion correctly stated, you were charged with Disorderly Conduct. To me, it seems like an odd charge for the alleged conduct that you...

In a criminal conviction by jury how long does it normally take to perfect appeal? Only two issues are being raised.

I think your main concern should be if your lawyer is doing a good job. Every case is different and the amount of time spent on any particular...