I was arrested at Macy ( location : Brooklyn ) for shoplifting roughly a $ 60 sweater last month .

Yes, you will be given specific instructions.

I have a boyfriend that is 22 & I'm 17 he's on probation could he go to jail if his probation officer found out

Doubtful, but this is all speculative. It really depends on how the PO found out, what other circumstances there were relative to his adjustment...

Can my friend sit in jail after his preliminary hearing

Yes, it is legal. Hire an attorney for him with experience in parole revocation proceedings.

Can another parole officer search my house?

One of the conditions of parole is allowing parole officers to visit and search your home. The fact that it was not your personal parole officer...

My son is in jail in NY for possession of a controlled substance and second degree assault. What can I do to help his case?

Impossible to predict outcome without more facts. If you can, attend the next court date and try to speak to the attorney. Write the attorney a...

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I had a ticket for a 221.05 but missed my court date on the ticket because I had gotten the dates confused. I am going to court

You should be okay. If this is your first offense, you are eligible to receive an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal and will not have to...

Do I need a lawyer? special investigation unit want to interview me.

Hire an attorney immediately and review the facts and circumstances completely with your attorney prior to doing anything. Make no statements to...

Should i have a lawyer present with me or not?

Yes, you need a lawyer to represent you.

Yes, but only if your attorney can get the judge to order immediate ceiling of the ACD. I have been able to do this for DOE employees in the past.

Disorderly conduct, harassment, grand felony and 2 counts of violation of the order of protection, how long will he go to jail?

Need to know more specifics. Facts of the case? Prior record? Best is to contact an attorney familiar with the local practices in your county. ...