Does having the right attorney who knows the judge help get lower sentencing?

I can't say that's impossible, but it is unlikely. Judges are to apply the rule of law blindly, regardless of who appears before them, either as a...

Yes, if the police have probable cause to believe you committed the offense. The smartest thing for you to do is to retain an experienced criminal...

Is the roadside breathalyzer admissable in court for a DUI in NYS?

No, the pre-screen breath test (PBT) is not admissible on the People's case in chief but it is admissible at a probable cause hearing and at your...

Impossible to answer without speaking with you to get all of the necessary details. DV cases can be very difficult to resolve since the judge and...

Criminal Defense Case?

An accurate answer is not possible without knowing the facts of the case. That being said, I agree with my colleague that your mother's bigger...

If your prior conviction was for DWAI alcohol, the violation and not a criminal conviction, then this DWAI-drugs offense will be treated as a first...

I am going to agree with the other attorneys, for the most part. However, the nature of this forum I think necessitates that their responses are a...

What can I do if I'm falsely accused of assault?

Call an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. Whether charges have or have not yet been formally filed against you, an experienced...

When someone is sentenced to 9 year sentence for a A2 criminal poss in the 2nd charge would they be eligible for shock camp

NY Correction Law Sec. 865: “Eligible inmate” means a person sentenced to an indeterminate term of imprisonment who will become eligible for...

Boyfriend was arrested today need to know what happens next.

As the other attorneys here have said, it sounds like he was picked up for a violation of probation for failing to report. He may remain...