Will i do jail time if convicted of second degree menacing?

Jail would be highly unlikely

Why would a lawyer postpone a preliminary hearing in new york state to wait for police to get evidence ready to testify

There could be a variety of reasons. Is the lawyer waiting for evidence which he may want to present? Is the lawyer involved in something else that...

The continued sending of text messages designed to harrass or anoy is a criminal act. You can file a complaint with the police. Bring the text...

How to ask Judge to dismiss Criminal order of protection if your the victim

If there is an open case, there will be an order of protection. You need to speak with your lawyer.

Blocking a door cannot be criminal unless there was a physical act or threat. Threatening with violence could be a criminal act of menacing, if...

How can I overturn a rape in the second degree plea bargin?

This reads like a part of another posting about getting the plea back after the sentence was served. My advice is the same. You need to hire a...

If I took a plea bargin and the victim wants to go and say they lied and its been ten years could the charges be dropped?

It is highly unusual for a plea to be vacated and charges dropped, especially after you have completed the sentence. The DA will fight this very...

Menacing 2nd, harassment 2nd, and stay away for 3 months..... had no priors...

The possible punishment is a year in jail. It is unlikely that jail would be the result for a first offense even if convicted of that charge. If...

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My friend has been on the run from an 8 year probation sentence he wants to turn himself in but is scared on how much time they

Probation in NY for a felony is 5 years. That being said, I cannot say how much time he faces. There are many factors to consider: to what did he...

Our landlord is threatening eviction if we do not pay again monies he has already cashed in what are our options?

This is not a criminal matter. You should try to speak with the Legal Aid Civil lawyers.