If you were called in by a detective to be arrested at the station. Do you technically have an arrest record?

A DAT is not a full blown arrest. The outcome of the case will determine whether you have will have a criminal record. The best thing to do...

Shoplifting

The security guard would be subject to cross examination at trial, and if she fabricated her statement that could very well be revealed on cross. ...

Possessing child pornography is a crime, even if the person possessing it is a minor themselves. An adult watching adult porn with somone underage...

Can I get a case dismissed for shoplifting with a public defender instead of a lawyer?

Because your 18, and in NY a parent is legally responsible for a child until 21, your parents may be required to submit a financial affidavit...

Technically yes, but more commonly the police will simply issue a summons requiring the minor to appear in court on a certain date. The cases are...

My brother 17 stole my jewelry worth 10 thousand dollars and he asked his cousin 19 years old to go to then pawn shop to sell

He could potentially be charged with the felonies of grand larceny and/or criminal possession of stolen property. The police will likely want to...

What are our chances of convicting a man of rape in NY, 9 months after it happened, with only a testimony?

I agree with my colleague, Mr. Galleshaw. The perpatrator can, and should be, held accountable. Encourage your friend to contact the DA's...

Chance of getting Civil Demand Letter if stuff is getting rewrapped at manufacturer?

I usually write a response letter for my clients to the civil demand, basically telling the store or their attorneys that they'll have to prove...

I had been arrested in new york 6 months ago

Under NY law, once the 6 month adjournment in contemplation of dismissal (ACD) term has expired, the arrest and prosecution are deemed a nullity...

What happens if you are released in nassau county on ROR after serving time and waiting to be sentenced to start probabtion.....

Nassau judges and prosecutors can be very tough in these situations. You should advise your attorney of the new arrest because the last thing you...