D larceny, can't make restitution, first offense. Am I looking at time?

it is hard to predict without more information. If the victim was blind, elderly, the mayor, a nun, then the likelihood increases dramatically.

How often are max sentences given?

Rarely. Only after trial and even rarely then.

Although they will both show up on the background check, and in the insurance company checks, one is a crime and the other is not. Do you wish to...

I never heard of a ETG test. The basic rule is whether a test has sufficient reliability to be acceptable. An attorney can attempt to get testing...

Actually, no. I have certain safeguards which I employ, such as making my client promise not to do it again, which helps me sleep at night.

My son was sentenced to 5 years post supervision in n.y when he is released he will be paroled to Florida.

Better to ask a Florida attorney. Use AVVO to find one

Class D felony, non violent, no priors. what to expect? what's a typical plea? strong evidence

The basic rule is that a defendant gets a plea offer at least one grade lower than the top charge. Therefor an E felony would be likely although a...

Should an innocent defendant contact the news media for support because of the corrupt nature of the Prosecutor and the Court.

It would be the patriotic thing to do. The other choice is the US Attorney.

How long are people generally given to pay restitution? is that up to the judge?

Its up to the deal that was worked out, and then even after there is discretion possible from the judge. I have a case where my client was given a...

Suffolk mall friend was alledged to have shoplifted 4oo dollars of some clothing

Of course he should fight the charges. Only stupid people roll over.