You are not a party to the case and are merely a witness/victim. Only the State can drop the charges. You should work closely with your...

What are the laws concerning rape?

The laws can be found in Section 130 of the New York State Penal Law - http://ypdcrime.com/penal.law/article130.htm Depending on which degree...

It's possible and maybe even probable that the police ran your prints when they wanted to issue you a summons but you didn't have ID on you. This...

Is a threat enough to go to the police?

A threat can be enough to go to the police. Depending on the type of threat and how it is conveyed, the seriousness of the charge varies. For...

I was caught shoplifting i really want this to get sealed. Will i really go to jail for a year? It was my first offense

You will be treated individually based on your involvement or lack of involvement in the other incidents. There are a number of outcome that will...

I was caught shoplifting first offense and i have court next month. I am 18 years old? Can this case be sealed?

Courts are trying to discourage future criminal behavior so they are not trying to be "nice". You are facing at least one class A misdemeanor...

Does an adult or parent need to sign a supporting deposition if the person is only 14 years old that is giving the statement?

14 year olds are old enough to sign a deposition and swear an oath to tell the truth in New York.

If u press charges for larceny and then want to have the charges discharged but a ear rent was issued and the amount was 1200 an

probably nothing but speak to the investigating officer and prosecutor.

Can i stay out of jail and just get probation with a class d felony non volant i dont have a record out side of these dwi

While it's legally permissible, it is difficult to obtain because of the dangerousness of this type of crime and the media attention that these...

There is a warrant out on a person is there any way that you. Can have that warrant discharged if the person has paid you back.

The case is brought by the State of New York on your behalf; therefore, only the State can drop the charges. Your best bet is to make your...