Is it possible to get these charges dropped? If not, is there any way to avoid jail time and avoid losing financial aid?

I agree with the two New York lawyers. Criminal Sale of Marihuana (Marihuana is spelled with an "H" and not a "J" in the New York Penal Law. - Go...

Is there any recourse for a Wall St. professional in NYC, in terms of finding employment, after a misdemeanor assault charge?

I agree with Mr. Marley. Honesty is the best policy when seeking employment. Your record will probably show up on a background check but as Mr....

The police are allowed to use any number of techniques when investigating crimes. Some of them may seem unfair but unless they break the law, they...

Statue of endanger welfare of minor

You have not given enough facts for a lawyer to give you proper advice. There is absolutely more to this story and I would bet that the police and...

When a rap sheet indicates that a charge was “covered” that means it was dismissed when the defendant entered a plea to another charge and the...

What could I do?

This is an issue can vary from state to state and can be very complicated. In New York, where I practice, voluntary intoxication is not a defense...

This hearing came about as a result of two Supreme Court cases; Lafler v. Cooper and Missouri v. Frey. In those cases the court held that a...

You can also try this site. https://transact2.dmv.ny.gov/pleadnpay/. it is a site that is sponsored by the NYS Dept. of Motor Vehicles. You may...

Did the police have reasonable suspicion to peruse my car just because I turned into the park without violating any traffic laws

If the police lights that you describe were for a check point, such as a DWI check point, then turning into a parking lot to avoid the check point...

Can I go to jail for signing checks on my employers behalf to myself?

This is a very interesting question and I agree with both attorneys who have answered you so far. If you had permission to write the checks then...