When you say they did not press charges, does that mean there was an arrest but they refused to cooperate, or does that mean that they told the...

I got a summon for open container and paid the fee.How can I check the status of my summon?Will it affect my tourist visa?

I assume that you received a summons and were not fingerprinted. Although you paid the summos and admitted your guilt for a violation, I doubt...

How serious is this?

Apparently the "victim" testified in the Grand Jury and your boyfriend is facing up to 25 years in prison. Assuming he has no prior feloniy...

Nassau County, 19 yr old son, wont work, refuses to listen to me. Has 3 felony charges. I refuse to hire a lawyer, Ct wants me 2

I do not think that the Court can force you to pay for your son's legal fees, bail or fines. Since he is already in jail, I assume that he had a...

Criminal case motion decision

Usually decision are handed out in Court.

In New York, if i'm not 17, and i'm dating someone over 21 BUT .....

Since you are under 17, sexual contact is illegal and your boyfriend could be arrested. If no sexual acts are performed, there is still a danger...

I received a unlawful marijuana charge in NYC. Should I plead guilty or not guilty to ensure that I get an ACD?

Either you or your attorney must appear in court. You should be able to get an ACD if you do not plead guilty. Having an attorney is helpful.

What kind of a sentence is a defendant likely facing with no prior felonies after losing a Agg. Vehicular Assault case in NYC?

Unfortunately, any attorney answering your question will have to resort to the ranges etc which you cited. The only attorney who can make an...

221.05 - I'm a Canadian and cant have a record. what are the other options?

Hire the right attorney and all will go away.

What can I do about these misdemeanors on my record?

The only thing that can be done is to seek to vacate the prior convictions. Motions must be filed alleging a defect in the plea, i.e. absence of...