I agree with the prior attorneys in their assessment of the situation concerning the sealing of the record and obtaining a relief from civil...

If you paid a lawyer for the PRE trial will it help if the victim of the case tells the lawyer what had actually happened ?

The simple answer to your primary question is 'yes'. It is always a good idea for a defendant's lawyers to know all of the information and have...

While it is always a good idea to "set the record straight" and prevent someone from being wrongfully prosecuted, there are some things that you...

What can I do if I was assaulted .

As a victim of an assault, your husband may seek damages in Civil Court for the personal injuries and financial damages arising from being attacked...

HELP!! Difficulty of obtaining ACD for petty larceny in Colonie Town Court?

When you appear in court you should advise the court that due to your financial circumstances that you cannot afford to hire a lawyer and request...

Who can initiate a plea bargain in a first time offense class A misdemeanor case?

Either side can initiate a plea negotiation.

It is possible that the DWAI conviction will show up. However, a DWAI-alcohol conviction is not a criminal offense in New York, it is a violation.

The Judge will likely deny the request. More importantly, as a defendant in a criminal proceeding, you should not speak directly to the Judge,...

Petit larceny charges, how to proceed? Student, first offense

First, it is absolutely in your best interests to run everything through your criminal defense attorney. Under no circumstances should you...