My spouse talked to me and smiled a few hours filing for the order of protection against me, will it help my defense?

Will it be considered? Most likely yes. Will it be the determining factor? I doubt it.

If I don't wanna press charges against my boyfriend for a domestic violence will the ADA drop the case???

You are not bringing the charges. The State of NY is bringing the charges by way of the District Attorney's Office. While they often take into...

Passed out hit ground at subway station.My foot was by booth over hang my ankle broke in 3places. Any legal recourse

It sounds like you wouldn't have gotten hurt but for your passing out so I don't think you really have a case. Take pictures and consult a few...

How old is the "teen boy"? If he is a minor or the pictures are if an underage girl then you should consult with a lawyer. Something about your...

I was recently caught with a joint by the cops. I realize that there is a fine but will it now show on my record forever?

It depends on whether you were arrested or given a summons. Also were you charged with unlawful possession or criminal possession. This additional...

The attorney is required to keep any portion of the retainer for work already performed upon early termination. For example, if you have the...

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I need to know my rights

The last thing you want is new problems. Eventually you are going to have to divide the joint property but that is impossible while the order of...

Can I represent myself for CPM 5th degree (221-10) in New York state

Whether you qualify for a public defender depends on your financial conditions. Do you work? What did you earn for tax purposes last year? Do you...

Michael Ira Asen, P.C. sent me a letter that demands I pay $85 in satisfaction of this civil claim after being arrested.

It is extremely unlikely that an attorney will bring a lawsuit for $85. Since the alleged value of the property is small, I think there is an...

If you believe the threat is serious, file a complaint in the police precinct where it occurred.