How is an incarcerated person able to secure the fact that motions or concerns will be filed on his behalf by his PD?

The client can request the attorney to provide him copies of all motions filed. Filing pro se motions is not advisable for many reasons.

I think I need a lawyer. I don't know what kind

Contact a criminal defense attorney ASAP. Say nothing further to the police.

Hire an experienced attorney familiar with the local practice in the court where you are and, if the charges aren't dismissed entirely, at least...

Can i gain custody of a child i have taken care of for a year or more?

File a petition for custody in the Family Court in the borough in which you reside.

Can a pending for dismissal case for possessing 1g marijuana show up on background check? Can it be expunged in NYC?

It will show on a background check as an open case until the matter is sealed. A marijuana ACD remains open for a period of one year. It is...

How long does disorderly conduct show on background check

By law, it should be sealed unless sealing was waived as part of a plea bargain. It may show if there was clerical error, in which case you can...

You could get a good result with either a paid lawyer or a public defender. There are some excellent public defenders. The problem is, you just...

How to pick a good attorney for my case?

If you have the time, why not go down to the courthouse one day before your court date and ask around? Clerks and other court personnel will know...

Being charged with CRIM POSS CONTRL SUBST-3RD B Felony. What is the possible time to be given?

Hire an attorney experienced with practice in the Bronx. The possible sentence range for a B non-violent felony has already been given, but...

If something is borrowed and then stolen do I have to go to court to get it back?

Sounds to me like a matter for small claims court.