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How do you obtain an order of protection in NYC against an acquaintance who was not arrested for the continued harassment
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Answered on November 16, 2015
Your first action to be to follow up with the police. It is very unusual for the police to not take action on death threats. Perhaps speaking to a...
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I was arrested again for forcible touching on the train. The first time i received a disorderly cobfuct violation. Can someone.
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Answered on November 15, 2015
Appreciating optimism is not going to help your situation. The truth is that every case is different and even if an attorney had received such...
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Can I get a plea bargain for probation for having a loaded fire arm in my car
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Answered on November 09, 2015
Your attorney who represents you is probably the best person to ask this of. The short answer is that yes it's possible but no one can say whether...
Is a DUI offense can dismiss and sealed?
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Answered on November 09, 2015
A Dwi or Dwai conviction is excluded from sealing. Any case can be dismissed depending on the unique facts and circumstances of each case and your...
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What are the legal requirements for a court for accused's right to be present for court hearing? Valid way of summons to appear?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
They have a right to be present. The attorney may waive that right in certain instances.
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My (the accused) words vs the accuser's words, aren't they equally valued testimonies? If so, shouldn't she provide the proofs?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
Legally, the testimony of one witness can be proof beyond a reasonable doubt, if a jury finds that the witness testified accurately and honestly...
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Some girl claims how she was sexually assaulted by me at a party. I didn't. She says the proof is how she saw me. Is this legal?
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Answered on October 18, 2015
The law in New York is that you can be convicted based solely on the testimony of witness if the the jury believes that the witness testified...
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What is the rule that states a prosecutor can not be the one interviewing targets of his own investigation?
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Answered on October 16, 2015
The persons that prosecutors cannot speak to are defendants who have exercised their right to counsel.
A better practice however would have...
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What is the legal term when someone does not follow its own procedures to get a prosecution? (Breaking the written procedures)
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Answered on October 16, 2015
If a cop lies under oath it is called perjury.
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Answered on October 14, 2015
The most likely answer is that they are still investigating and/or gathering additional evidence to present to the grand jury.
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