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This is question may be better answered by attorneys who specialize in child custody cases. Prior to changing the custody arrangement, the court...

Based on the limited set of facts, it is impossible to accurately assess the case. Your .2 BAC is a high blow. With DWIs, the two common defenses...

How do I know if there is an order of protection against me in Family or Criminal Court? Or anywhere else?

In order for you to be charged with criminal contempt for violating a court order, you need to know the order of protection exists. You either need...

Arresting officer has the phone classified as “investigatory” or “arrest evidence.” NYPD will not release the phone until the Arresting Officer...

What. Will happen if I recant my statement I told the police in the statement my boyfriend had a knife but I'm not sure now and

You need to consult a criminal defense attorney prior to filing anything with the court or the District Attorney’s Office. It is very...

What age is legal to testify in a parole revocation hearing in nys?

There is no set age requirement. It is up to the judge do determine if the child is “swearable.”The important part is that the person testifying...

Can I get my conversation expunged ?

New York State does not have an expungement provision. Under Criminal Procedure Law 160.59, however, an individual is able to petition the Court...

Will I go to jail at my arraignment?

Bail can be reset any time there is a change in circumstance. An indictment is a change in circumstance.

AP1F is the unindicted felony/Grand Jury Action court part. It is located on the 4th Floor of 320 Jay Street and is open to the public.