Public defender or attorney?

Money can always be replaced, while freedom cannot. You have to go with who you feel will give your brother the best chance at freedom or spending...

How can i get a warrant lifted from another state?

In my experience (ine very county of New York where I practice) the warrant will not be vacated until you personally appear and answer the charges....

Is there an expiration date for NYC DMV tickets if the officer significantly delays its entry into the court's system?

CPL 30.30 which governs the right to a speedy trial is not applicable to traffic violations. There are still constitutional protections but the...

It's not as simple as just asking to lower it. Typically the judge you would be asking to lower it does not have the authority to override what...

My boyfriend has a 140.25 FC (BURGLARY-2ND C Felony) whats going to happen to him?

There are a wide variety of things that can happen to him but essentially they fall into two categories. Either your brother's attorney...

Charged with misdemeanor DWI and was sentenced to probation. Now with a VOP sentenced to 4 months. Is this now a felony ?

If the reason for the violation is a new DWI arrest then that would be a felony. If you are arrested for DWI and have a prior DWI conviction in...

Isn't this clear ineffective assistance of counsel?

It is by no means clear. One because there are not enough facts and two because the appellate courts are very strict as to what constitutes...

I was convicted for a felony back in 1995 in NYC. It was a non violent gun charge.

The answer lies in the clerks office of where you were convicted. Gun charges by definition are considered violent felonies in New York. You need...

You should consult with an experienced criminal attorney immediately. I would advise you not to take the test at all. If the police had enough...

Never had license. Have fines for driving without them. What do I do to get them?

You need to clear up any outstanding tickets, fines, suspensions or revocations and then apply by regular process.