Do I need to bring a parent to court for a pink summons for 140.05 if im 17 I was just wondering if I can go by myself.

I have seen some Nassau county judges require the presence of a parent for defendants under 18. Your charge is not that serious and the judge...

Accidently pop-started car. causing a failed start-up blew into device, passed reading can i be violated by probation?

Yes. They can violate you but you are entitled to a hearing where you can tell your side of the story. Were there any photos recorded by the...

My boyfriend has been in jail for 5 days even though he is the injured part. What steps should I take? What would you recommend?

Assault on a police officer is a very serious charge and should not be treated lightly. This is a case that needs to be investigated early before...

Should i get a lawyer for a first time offense to petit larceny?

What punishment the DA seeks will be influenced in part by the value of the item alleged to have been taken If it's a small item under $50 then...

What to do about burglary charges when innocent and public defender appears to work with prosecutor?

He may be advising your brother to take community service because his exposure to upstate jail time on a burglary makes a trial very risky if he...

UPM

Since the marijuana was on your person, it sounds like claiming an illegal search is the only way to fight this. Ultimately a judge will decide...

Can first conviction of petit larceny get someone deported?

It depends on what the sentence is, what the original charges were (is this a reduced charge from a felony) what was the value of the items taken,...

Can I re-enter the US without any problems at the CBP?

Canada does stop and delay people for exactly this reason. Technically your original charges are still pending until the dismissal date at the end...

I got summone for using phone and driving and i missed my date. what can i do?

There was likely a default judgment entered after you failed to appear. You can run an abstract of your driving record on the official DMV site to...

VTL 319.1 is an unclassified misdemeanor charge. Be very careful trying to handle this matter by yourself - you may have to appear personally to...