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My (the accused) words vs the accuser's words, aren't they equally valued testimonies? If so, shouldn't she provide the proofs?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
It is up to the trier of fact, the jury, to decide who is to be believed. Rape is not the only crime where a single victim testifies with no other...
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What are the legal requirements for a court for accused's right to be present for court hearing? Valid way of summons to appear?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
In criminal proceedings, a defendant has the right to be present at each and every step of his case. Once arraigned, he is to be notified of the...
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Criminal activity question. Is any criminal activity happening directly/indirectly in the following places?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
Yes. If a person or entity sells sexual contact in exchange for money, it's prostitution.
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Is it legal for a law to process an accusation & convict me secretly without me knowing accusation, trial, sentencing happening?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
The law provides for secret proceedings to indict or charge a defendant, but convicting someone requires a public trial.
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Is it legal for a judge to sentence a ridiculous type or amount of punishment, or do they have to follow per-authorized options?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
The Penal Law defines the parameters within which a judge can sentence a defendant. It provides whether jail is mandatory or optional, and the...
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Can I get four months for absconding probation, if I turn myself in?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
You should retain counsel and go over all the facts. You're in violation, but that does not mean you must go to jail. There may be mitigating...
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Will my boyfriend be charged with fleeing if i bail him out and and use a new jersey address if he lives in new York?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
There is no such thing as fleeing. If he is on probation in NY, he can live anywhere as long as the address is known to probation, and in some...
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Is parole aloud to push my max back two years for violating
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Answered on October 18, 2015
Violating parole puts you in the position of having to complete your sentence. If your maximum was seven years, that is the most you can serve. ...
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How do I get off parole
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Answered on October 18, 2015
I Am sorry but I do not seen question.....
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Security guard license
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Answered on October 17, 2015
Its best to check with the source. Try Google and NYS.
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