I was sexually abused by my cousin as a child, I'm 19 now, can I still press charges or would it not be worth the effort?
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Answered on June 24, 2014
The charges can still be brought. The first step is to go to the police. They may not believe you or they may . Your cousins age is important to...
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How do pass the n.y.s justice center back round check if i have been sentenced to a drug program . i completed.
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Answered on June 23, 2014
If completion of the drug program resulted in a dismissal of the charges, nothing will show up on normal background checks. If you ended up with a...
How long does cops have to send drugs to lab after your arrest for drug sale
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Answered on June 23, 2014
I am surprised that the case was not dismissed six months ago. The DA can take forever to get the lab work done, but has only six months to answer...
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Will I go to jail for my crime? Will it be on my permanent record ?
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Answered on June 23, 2014
In NY County, most first time non violent misdemeanors get aviolation and a conditional discharge with community service or less.
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Order of protection
Someone filed an order of protection against me for unfair reason
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Answered on June 23, 2014
The order clearly states the restrictions. Read it carefully or have a lawyer explain it to you. If the restrictions are too severe, see an...
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Unpaid fine bench warrant
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Answered on June 23, 2014
Supposedly, a person can not be put in jail because he cannot pay a fine, etc. if the judge jails you, your attorney must file a writ to get you...
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Can probation transfer be done within a week?
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Answered on June 23, 2014
The simple answer is probably not. It may take a week just to get a return phone call. The more difficult problem is whether Florida wants to...
Statute of limitations for sexual assault of a minor by another minor.
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Answered on June 23, 2014
The incident you have described is not what we think of when we say sexual assault. If it is a sexual assault between minors, it would be a...
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How can I be arrested?
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Answered on June 22, 2014
If the police really want you, they will find you. The best thing to do is be prepared. Seek the advice of an experienced criminal attorney and...
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What are our rights if facing charges for a minors crime?
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Answered on June 22, 2014
If there was no arrest, there are no charges. The store can say whatever they want, but they do not control. If they send a letter to try to...
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