What should i do to get my case acquitted or atleast sealed or expunged

You should try to get an ACD or an outright dismissal. Try to get the Court to appoint counsel as he would be able to better evaluate the facts...

Will marijuana violation show up on employment fingerprints

You can check with the clerk of the Court to see if the conviction was sealed.

Can I get a possession charge when someone else turns in the alleged item?

The bouncer can testify to prove the case, but the summons itself may be defective and subject to being dismissed on motion because it is based on...

In NYS, can an arrest warrant be issued for a misdemeanor or is it only felonies?

A court can issue an arrest warrant for misdemeanors as well as felonies but none are needed to make an arrest.

Arrested for 220.03, what should I do?

Yes there is hope. A competent attorney should be able to get you an ACD or other non criminal disposition.

In a forcibly touching case involving an undercover cop testimony and no supporting victim's deposition. Is this an easier case?

It is easier to beat, but not guaranteed. The cop could testify that he saw the touching, but cannot testify that the victim did not agree to it. ...

If one wants a lower plea offer, or a possible dismissal, one can take advantage of such a proffer agreement. The defense attorney should...

Changing a lawyer can take place anytime. The decision should be made when you feel the public defender is not doing all that he should. A...

My lawyer is a public defender. He recently advised me that he thinks I should consider a private lawyer.

There is no reason why a public defender cannot obtain the same result as the best private attorney. A private attorney can pay more attention to...

Is it normal for a first court appearance misdemeanor case for the prosecution to offer "time served".

Each case will have its own future, but the fact that they offered "time served" tells me that they do not seek jail time. He should get an...