Questions answered by John M. Cromwell

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MY HUSBAND PLEAD GUILTY TO 32 COUNTS OF GRAND LARCENCY. CAN HE APPEAL? HIS LAWYER TOLD HIM TO PLEAD.

John's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

It is difficult to make a motion to take back a guilty plea or to prevail on an appeal of a plea, but it is not impossible. Mgr should hire an...

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What do I do if my son's attorney does not show up for his sentencing hearing?

John's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

The defendant has a right to a one-day adjournment to review the presentence report. The report is generally not available in advance of the...

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Is there a way to push off a court date?

John's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

Yes, there are ways to either advance or postpone. Either will require an attorney or someone familiar with the court system who knows who to call...

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I have a bench warrant. What will happen when I go to the courthouse without a lawyer?

John's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

Contact the lawyer who originally represented you. If you don't know who that is, you probably had Legal Aid or another court-appointed lawyer. If...

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Daughter tells probation she's living with me, she is not. She lives out of state. Can I get in trouble for also lying about it

John's answer | Answered on July 19, 2015

You don't have to let anyone in your door unless they have a valid search warrant. Lying could theoretically result in a prosecution and is...

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Warrant for arrest

John's answer | Answered on July 18, 2015

If you can afford to hire a lawyer, it is advisable to do so prior to surrendering on the warrant. If you can't afford a lawyer, the court will...

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I was arrested for petty theft

John's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

Unlikely, unless there are some particularly bad facts. However, it is a misdemeanor and jail is a a theoretical possibility so hire an experienced...

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Do I need an attorney for a public lewdness charge? And how do I get in touch with one?

John's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

It is a misdemeanor. Yes, you need an attorney. The court will get a court-appointed lawyer on your court date, provided you meet the financial...

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Was I arrested or detained? Do I need to check off that I was arrested on a New York State Pistol Permit application?

John's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

You were definitely not arrested. As to what to write on the NYS pistol permit application, one would need to know what the question was, but I...

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I have an A.U.O 3rd from a DUI I paid all the fines (court, dmv, and the dui class) and the judge says I need a lawyer.

John's answer | Answered on July 15, 2015

It's a misdemeanor. You face possible jail time. You absolutely need a lawyer. If you can't afford one, ask the judge to see if you qualify for a...

John M. Cromwell's Answers (2185)

MY HUSBAND PLEAD GUILTY TO 32 COUNTS OF GRAND LARCENCY. CAN HE APPEAL? HIS LAWYER TOLD HIM TO PLEAD.

What do I do if my son's attorney does not show up for his sentencing hearing?

Is there a way to push off a court date?

I have a bench warrant. What will happen when I go to the courthouse without a lawyer?

Daughter tells probation she's living with me, she is not. She lives out of state. Can I get in trouble for also lying about it

Warrant for arrest

I was arrested for petty theft

Do I need an attorney for a public lewdness charge? And how do I get in touch with one?

Was I arrested or detained? Do I need to check off that I was arrested on a New York State Pistol Permit application?

I have an A.U.O 3rd from a DUI I paid all the fines (court, dmv, and the dui class) and the judge says I need a lawyer.