What exactly is "Diversion" in law? When can one get a "Diversion"?

Under the diversion law, the judge can allow people accused of certain non-violent felonies to plead guilty and enter a court-approved drug...

U Albany cops found fake ID on my son after arresting him for alledging trespassing

"If the trespassing charge is dropped shouldn't the felony be dropped also." Possibly. As part of his right to a trial, he also has the right to...

I have several arrest on my rap sheet, however most charges were dismissed or down graded to lesser charges. i was disqualified

More specifics are needed. You should start by obtaining a copy of your rap sheet from Albany. You should then review it with an attorney who can...

I am being charged with aggregated harassment in the 2nd degree. I am 18 years old and can not afford an attorney.

If it's a misdemeanor, you have the right to appointed counsel if you can not afford to hire a lawyer yourself. Tell the judge at your next court...

Criminal record?

What record? Such information would not appear on a rap sheet and is not available to the public. Others who have posted answers are correct that...

I was growing some marijuana plants on the outside of an abandoned building, does that constitute the elemnt, "with intent to c

Interesting question and legal theory. Yes. The definition of what constitutes a burglary under New York law is expansive and includes situations...

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Found guilt in Domestic violence charges in bench trial . Lost the job and work visa status in USA.

You can not request a "finding of facts." The process is to appeal the judge's decision, which is started by filing a timely notice of appeal. To...

What is the possable penalty for check forging witha prior petty larceny from 4 yrs agoI

More facts are needed to properly answer your question but you shouldn't be making admissions over the Internet. This is a serious matter that will...

Do I need to pay this civil demand for $500 to Michael Ira Asen?

Yes, they have a right to send you the notices, no, you do not have to pay them. In the highly unlikely event that they start a civil action...

Should my brother get a new attorney? Charged with attempted rape

Not communicating with a client (not necessarily the client's family) may be a good reason for the client to "seek out" a new lawyer. Your brother...