Under the American justice system, people generally pay their own legal costs with certain exceptions such as a breach of contract case - if the...

Filing a malicious prosecution suit in ny state

Acceptence of an ACD bars a malicous prosecution claim as a matter of law. Even if it did not, or you wanted to pursue a false arrest claim, does...

Article 78 petition to NYS appellate court

Technically, its from the date you receive the decision. HOWEVER, I always try to go by the date of the decision to avoid any arguments about when...

I was cought stealing 3 Baseball cards in KMart, What could happen? I'm 18 and the cops were not called.

Consider yourself very lucky because K-Mart could have called the police and you would have been arrested. It is unlikely you will get arrested...

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How long can a potential grand larcency case be a potential conviction

The statute of limitations to arrest you is five years from the date of the alleged crime.

Really is this acceptable

Whether someone should call or email is a matter of preference. Some lawyers might prefer to email because they have a record that they...

Can someone file a police report against you if there not writing the statement themself?

Once the person signs it, it becomes their statement regardless of who wrote it. Generally, speaking, the victim would still have to testify in...

I don't have a job or any money is there a way I can do something a his third DWi to get him out of jailbefore his sentceing tim

The only way to get someone out is to post bail so you either have to borrow the money or hope his lawyer can convince the judge to lower the bail...

I have three dispositions, two disorderly conduct and driving with suspended license. I need to write a statement for each one.

Go to the court house(s) and request to see your files. You can copy the complaints which will lay out the allegations against you and list some of...

Do I qualify for any other benefits?

Other than no-fault, you may be eligible for disability but I don't think you have been out of work long enough. Check with your attorney.