Hello im just having some questions please if anyone can answer them that would be so much help.

Since he was given a DAT it is very unlikely he will go to jail as long as he shows up for court. If he was 15 at the time of the alleged assault,...

What's the worst charge a 17 year old runaway can get in new york?

What you have described is not a criminal matter. It sounds like a PINS (Person In Need of Supervision) matter, which is not criminal. The family...

How can I make the steps to get physical custody of my children?

You can file a petition in family court for change of custody. Generally you have to show a substantial change of circumstances showing that the...

The police should not question a suspect juvenile (under age 16) without a parent being present pursuant to Family Court Act Section 305. However,...

How can I stop unwanted visitor to my husband who is just coming out of coma (confused) ,drug user. Afraid for safety of patient

If this other person is a family member, you can file a family offense in family court and get an order of protection for your husband. If not...

Two days ago I was stopped at my local store for shoplifting police was called in and report failed 2 yaers ago was charged for

In Westchester County, the DA's office keeps their own local records. I don't quite understand the question. Did you already get a second ACD? It...

I am 18 years old&my girl friend is 25 years old. If my parents don't aggre with my relationship can they have her arrested?

I agree with the other attorneys. Your parents can not have your g/f arrested. You are old enough to consent.

Im 18 and got a upm last night. What now?

Are you sure it is an Unlawful Possession of Marijuana? In NY, if you have marijuana in public view, you can be charged with a class B misdemeanor,...

My daughter is 17 but is not going to college. She hasn't spoke to me in a year. Her mom raised her not to listen to me when I

The general rule for emancipation is that the child must be financially independent, for example, if she is working and paying her own health...

I just found out that I have a bench warrant and my license is suspended for missing a court date, can I go to jail?

I agree with all the above attorneys. Surrendering on the warrant is best. I would add these 2 points. You will not get an assigned attorney unless...