What is constructive possesion

People do not always keep drugs/weapons on their person. Just because they aren't found on their person the prosecutors can still convict an owner...

That doesn't sound like a fine. It sounds more like a civil demand letter from the store? Were you arrested in addition to this? If you weren't...

What if i surrender?

You are presumed innocent until you are proven guilty at trial or plead guilty. I have handled many first arrest DV cases where no criminal record...

Does an indictment apply to all surrounding counties in New York State?

The indictment is on behalf of New York State and the county is the location where the action is brought.

I have a order of pertection against someone and want dropped the charges will we get into trouble if I moved back home?

If it is a full "stay away" order of protection and it is still in effect, if the person has contact with you they will be committing the crime of...

What are retainer fees for? How much are they usually?

There is no average retainer fee. It is an amount negotiated between attorney and client depending on the legal work that is required to be done,...

I had a copy of a colleagues ID but with my picture

I would strongly recommend you hire an experienced defense attorney as it sounds like you were charged with Criminal Possession of a Forged...

Community service not complete

It depends on what was told to you by the judge at the time of the plea since it sounds like you got a great deal reducing a felony to a violation....

A 17 year old gets caught with a pair of earrings at Kmart in the bronx. She is a first time offender.

According to your post the police were NOT involved so ignore the other poster's comments about what will happen in court. If the store wanted to...

Stillborn autopsy not performed but we signed for and were never asked about the financial aspect we would have paid. Can we sue

Why did you wait three months before calling for the results?