What is the possible sentencing of a 17 year-old boy, with no prior convictions, for Arson in the 1st degree?

Arson in the First Degree is a Class A felony, the highest level in NY. The minimum term of imprisonment is 15 years and the maximum is life. ...

I have a green card and got arrested for domestic violence will i get deported?

If convicted, yes. You need a good criminal attorney and an immigratino attorney.

Can you be indicted with criminal possession of marijuana 2nd if you never had physical possession?

I have handled many cases like this as both a prosecutor and as a defense attorney. The ability to indict on a controlled delivery case is about...

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I got a ticket for possession of marijuana (less than an oz) roughly 4 years ago in NYS. Would this be off my record by now?

It wil likely nit be a problem given your service. 'but you should reveal it on all applications.

He lied to me about his age...can I be charged with statuary rape?

If the intercourse occurred before he was 17, he can call file a complaint with the police. Sex prior to his reaching 17 would be statutory rape.

Can I file a lawsuit against nycpd

Under federal law, you might be able to bring a lawsuit. False arrest and malicious prosecution claims can be brought in federal court within 3...

Will new york extradite me over a misdemeanor VOP to Florida

If Florida wants to come for you and files the request, NY will hold you. You should re-post this in the Florida section.

Stopped walking for open container. Under 21. No tickets issued. What does this mean for me?

She took your name and birthdate to check for a warrant. There will be no record.

Can you be charged with conspiracy to commit theft if you provide false absent notes to an employer?

It depends on whether the officer believes the complaint. As a general rule an arrest will be made. The person should not speak with the police.

Does status of limitation apply on a crime committed while on parole?

Statute of limitations might apply. If, however, he was arrested or charged with the crime then the statute might not apply because he absconded. ...