What most people don't understand is that even in your case there is a witness. Whoever is accusing you of this charge is a witness. They can...

Do we need a lawyer when we go to the court?

Unfortunately the old adage applies. Ignorance of the law is no excuse. However, with the right attorney and an explanation of events, he should...

Unfortunately, voluntary intoxication is not a defense. Meaning just because you drink too much you cannot use it as an excuse if you commit a...

How do i defend myself against a false order of protection?

The best way to defend yourself is to hire an expert who has spent years training to do just that. You wouldn't try to operate on yourself to...

Can The court charge you with the gun without the gun it self

I doubt a shell casing alone is enough but if it's coupled with other evidence I.e. eyewitness testimony, other physical evidence, bullet holes, a...

He's likely being remanded because of the parole violation. Typically a charge that was not an arrest or arraignment charge means it was added in...

What does it mean if they say they found a fingerprint at a crime scene and it is equivalent to my fingerprints

Finding a print at the crime scene means they recovered a fingerprint with enough points of comparison that they believe they can run it through...

A letter is useless - you need to arrange with an attorney to appear in person so the judge can judge whether you are being threatened or coerced...

I am a first time offender charged with grand larceny. I immediately retained a lawyer.

How much you received from the "stuff" is not relevant; the court looks at the actual value of the items. If I steal a painting worth one million...

In NYS after felony hearing how long does DA have to send to Grand Jury?

A prosecutor has up to 6 months to present a case to the grand jury and get an indictment.