What is the penalty for class b midemeanor for criminal possession of marijuana in the fifth degree

If it is her first offense, she is probably eligible for an ACD (adjournment in contemplation of dismissal) where the case gets adjourned for one...

Looking for a personal injury attorney in Ramapo, NY or surrounding areas for a MVA that happened on 5/18/12.

We are not allowed to solicit clients in this forum. You can use the "find a lawyer" area of this site to locate a lawyer close to your location. I...

What do I do when I show up to my DAT? Will I be charged with endangerment of a minor as well?

If you can't afford an attorney, you will be appointed an attorney by the court. It is hard to say if you are going to be charged with child...

You should speak with her attorney to see if a letter may be helpful, most times it is not, but it won't hurt her unless you write something bad in...

Do I fight the fine and allegations of shoplifting or am I better off just paying it?

I advise my clients not to pay the civil demand sent by the "lawyer" for the store. The amount that they would recover is not worth their time or...

It depends on a whole bunch of factors, including the circumstances and your prior history. Hire an attorney to discuss your case in full.

Is this person considered not guilty

It depends on the circumstances. If there were obvious signs that it was stolen, then yes. They need good lawyers to review the case and argue on...

Charged with violent sexual abuse felony without having committed any sexual abuse. How to deal with overzealous prosecution?

You need to retain an experienced defense attorney immediately that can review the case and get the charges reduced/dismissed.

If a person pleads guilty to DWAI in New York State, can the court ORDER an interlock device?

As stated in the earlier answers, if it is agreed to as a condition of the plea, then it needs to be complied with. If your friend does not...

Will PG 240.40 a shows on employer(Bank) FBI background check? Is it a sufficient ground for Job offer cancelation/future termin

Disorderly Conduct (240.20) is a sealed violation, that may or may not show up on background checks, depending on who is running the check. If it...