My girlfriend was arrested on crim sale of a controlled substance 220.39(1) and pos 220.16 (1) of a substance. Is this correct?

For the two charges you inquire about, weight is not an element that is considered. 220.39(1) requires the DA to prove that a person knowingly and...

Without more evidence, you will not have a claim. In every lawsuit you need damages, which you have and liability, (fault). You don't know who...

Does an armed felony offense have to be brought to the grand jury?

If the DA wants to continue to prosecute the case as a felony then he must present evidence to a grand jury and seek an indictment. However the DA...

Shoplifting with Outright Dismissal, but DA asked to pay some amount to Store. Will that be admission of guilt?

You don't have to agree to the deal. If you wish to go to trial and have the DA try to prove their case against you beyond a reasonable doubt, that...

Believing something to be the cause is not enough. When you bring a lawsuit, you have the burden of proof, meaning you must have proof that it...

Since speeding is vehicle and traffic law it so not governed by the Penal Law statute of Limitations. Your attorney would have to make a motion to...

Can a juvenile record be a factor in a hiring process if your record is clean as an adult?

Juvenile records are supposed to be sealed but keep in mind you are charged as an adult in NY at age 16... Younger for certain designated felonies....

Threatened By Neighbor

Told by whom? If you went to the local police and they refused to take a report, ask to speak to a supervisor.

Can i file a law suit for possession

you can try asking the police to escort you once again - if they refuse your attorney needs to have your case advanced on the calendar so you can...

What are likelihood of a conviction for a first time offender?

You say your attorney is basing his or her decision based on evidence that they've reviewed. This is a much more valid opinion than anyone can...

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