Traffic Ticket: I received a traffic ticket on the 4th of July in NYC and I need some advice regarding what to do next.

Being mistaken about whether a traffic rule was in effect is not a valid defense. That being said, since there is no plea bargaining in Traffic...

If you are accused of failing to obey the "move over" law, you as the motorist do not file a supporting deposition. The officer issuing the...

Marijuana buying and possession law in NY State

Buying and possession are treated the same. When you are dealing with marijuana that is being transported across state lines or by using postal...

Do I take the plea, and could I face jail time or just probation and restitution

It is very difficult for an attorney to give an opinion on such important stakes after reading a few sentences. There are so many factors that go...

I was arrested for violation of an order of protection,shortly the case was expunged. Will it affect me in applying to be a cop?

New York has no expungement statute so I suggest you go to the court clerk and get a certificate of disposition so you have a better understanding...

How strong is the defense that I was forced. To do a crime and was blackmailed by sex type and naked photos , it's possession o.

A lawyer can only advise you to tell the truth. If that is what happened then your attorney will advise you how effective it will be given his...

What's the max time I can get for violating felony probation with 2 mistaminors and 1 violation?

It depends on what degree of Burglary you are on probation for. If it is Burglary in the First Degree (Burg 1) it is up to 25 years jail; if it is...

Arrested for shoplifting, first offense. Now what?

You can read my guide posted on this site called Understanding the ACD in New York. I have handled many similar cases for students in NY and given...

Will an arrest that has been expunged show up on a background check?

You should go to the court clerk and get a certificate of disposition of your case as some of the things you say do not make sense if this is a NY...

How do I get a no contact order of protection changed if I never wanted it in the 1st place.

It depends on if this is a family court order or criminal court order. Only a judge can modify the order of protection. You can petition the judge...