Could i face jail time or probation for criminal mischief and domestic violence charge if "victim" tried to drop charges?

Generally, in order to go forward with a case initially the DA does not need the cooperation of the witness as they have a right to proceed without...

What document do a plaintiff use when you start in a civil court.

in order to start a lawsuit you must file a summons ad complaint. There is a pro se clerk at each court i would sugegst speaking to them and...

What type of Alternative Dispute Resolution is appropriate for superior court?

i would agree with mr bryant

Someone has stolen my children's social security numbers

contact the IRS again and file a report each time then also file a report with your local authorities, depending on the situation the attorney...

on aplea of nine months, a non violent offense, you will usually do 6 months with what is termed 'good time' -

He shoudl only awaut abotu 24 hours for his arraignment, i would hope he does not plead guilty to anything immediately and instead gets the advice...

How can i get joint custody or my visitation rights as a father to my almost 5 year old daughter?

Go to family court and file for an order of visitation. I am on the assigned counsel plan for Bronx county, you may contact me for further...

Can my stepmother hire the services of a lawyer to alter what was in the 401k distribution?

i woudl agree with the previous posting and suggest getting a lawyer ASAP

In New York State what is the statute of limitations on a non-violent crime?

there is no statute of limitations on warrants, if you did not meet your obligations no matter how many years ago then the warrants are likley...

What is the possible jail time for a person who already has a felony and got caught with a gun on his person

the situation you described could be charged as a felony, with a previous felony conviction he would be sentenced more strictly as a result. i...