What does a defendant who has 3 A Misdemeanor (2 for drug possession and 1 for Petit Larceny) normally get as a sentence?

Three months pretrial confinement seems extraordinary for simple misdemeanors and no prior criminal record. Normally the defendant has to be...

Suspended license in new york

I certified proof of mailing from the DMV of the notice of suspension is what the DA will use to prove that you should have been on notice. The...

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Arrested for A3, cops were on my side, I have no record and she does, got a summons but I don't know what to do, bring etc,help?

The first thing you should do is retain an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you. Assault 3 is punishible by up to one year in...

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If a 32 yr old man has sex with a 11 yr old girl (not rape) And is charged with the fallowing how many years will he be in jail

Unfortunately, whether or not force was involved, that is considered rape in NYS and is punishible by up to 25 years in jail. No one can estimate...

I hold a professional license in massachusetts and was charged with a misdemeanor in NYC, will that come up in non NYC checks?

Typically an attorney will be able to get an out of state clients appearance waived for this offense. So when you factor in the time and money...

I had recieved the 240.20 ticket while backing up from a parking spot and stoping to pick up my wife. Should I plea guilty or no

While this is not a criminal offense, it does fall under the penal law and it may be in your interest to have an attorney try to obtain either an...

What should the lawyer I hired do now?

Sometimes the lowest price isn't necessarily the best price. I don't know your lawyer and I won't disparage him, but I'd be concerned about any...

What is the cost for a lawyer to defense you in court. for a 165.40 the amount is around $250. the first time arrest out of jail

As my colleagues point out, legal fees vary, often based on experience and reputation. While cost is an important factor in selecting an attorney,...

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

Technically if you are under 21, your parents are responsible for obtaining a lawyer for you in NYS, and the courts can require a financial...

If a 16 year old girl got pregnant by a 17 year old boy would he be charged even if the parents are okay with the pregnancy?

Both parties are under 18, thus criminal charges are very unlikely as long as all sexual contact was consensual. Best regards, Tom Kenniff