I need to ask a question about traffic & moving violations

As long as the police officer observed you speeding as well you can be convicted. You essentialy pulled yourself over for the police. On a...

Is the 45 day indictment rule 45 business days or just 45 regular days an accused person has to wait?

Regular days

Can a detective decide to/not to hand down an indictment dependent upon your cooperation with them on the investigation?

The police frequently lie to suspects. It is in your daughter's interest to hire an attorney. An attorney is in a better position to find out...

How to seal court records from a disorderly conduct?

Yes you go to the clerks office where the case was brought to obtain a certificate of disposition for ten dollars. You can order a copy of your...

Is it a smart idea to join two pending cases in criminal court ? i am being charged with Disorderly conduct ,

The short answer is that "It depends" on the specific facts of the case. My belief is that combining the cases favors the prosecution, especially...

Can a second degree harassment charge be settled in one appearance?

It certainly CAN be. It depends on how cautious the ADA handling the case is. As a former prosecutor, I can tell you that if the case arose from...

You are correct a violation is NOT a crime and you would not have a criminal record. Pea bargaining is done by attorneys so that you know what...

WHAT TO DO SON IS DRUG USER

If the question is how to get him out of the house, it sounds like you are seeking an order of protection that includes your son staying away from...

How to win a violation of order of protection case

Every lawyer has different strategies on how to win. But the above advice is sound - someone other than yourself should get the witness to...

Consequences of shoplifting

Their is no criminal record if there was no arrest. It is highly unlikely that you will be arrested five months + later although technically the...