Statutory Rape In NY...Using It Against The Man In Child Support and Custody/Visitation

Unfortunately it is not up to her whether to press charges, it is up to the District Attorney's Office and so she cannot agree not to press...

There is no standard sentence. Every case is different and sentences can vary greatly. The maximum sentence is 7 years and there is no minimum. ...

Making Graffiti and Possession of Graffiti Instruments are both misdemeanors and although you face up to one year in jail it is very unlikely that...

New York criminal code, possible consequences for stealing $10,000 from the bank I worked for

Although Federal charges are possible on a $10,000 larceny the most likely scenario is that it will be handled in State Court as a class "D"...

What are possible punishments for gun charges in new york

There is a mandatory minimum of 3 1/2 years for possession of a loaded gun in New York. If the person has a prior felony conviction the minimum...

How long can someone be held after being charged and before arraignment

In New York courts the simple answer is 24 hours. In Federal Courts 48 hours. However, the remedy that you can get from a Court is a Writ of...

My son was molested by this father and the legal guardian is not protecting my son what can I do to protect my son

You can have your lawyer (or if you are representing yourself, you can) file an Order to Show Cause citing the evidence of molestation and asking...

What is the procedure for getting a public defender in state of new jersey

If your case is in a New York Court you need a New York lawyer (and Vice Versa). You need to tell the Judge that you cannot afford an attorney and...

NY state criminal code, search warrant, search incident to arrest, consent, plain view

If you were charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana that is a violation and not a crime. As a result under New York State Law the Police...

Seeking criminal defense attorney, public defender in NY state for violation of protection order

You should be aware that you have the absolute right to represent yourself. I do not think it is a good idea to do so especially on a Charge of...