I paid a debt collection in full of around $4,500 right away and the company is now trying to make me pay for collection fees

Did you sign something when you made the payment. If so, check the language of that document. Did you receive a "General Release" or other...

Can you explain in lay men's terms...?

It means that (in whatever that situation is) a consumer collection agency cannot buy or otherwise obtain the right from 3rd party to sue somebody...

Does a prosecutor have to inform the defense attorney of the charges which they intend to bring to the grand jury?

A Defendant who has been charged with a crime must be given an opportunity to testify before a Grand Jury. This would typically be done by a...

Charged with a Class A misdemeanor, wanted to know about arraignment, job search/background check, and what to expect next.

You are paying a lawyer to assist you. I suggest you ask her your questions.

Assault in the Third Degree is a Class "A" Misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail. Criminal Obstruction of Breathing is also a Class...

How can I determine if a guilty plea at a public urination summons (Queens, NY) was to a violation or a crime?

The simplest way to find out is to contact the court and ask them.

Do you know of any good affordable attorneys that could represent me in court for my AUO's?

Driving with a suspended license (Aggravated Unlicensed Operator - AUO) is a Misdemeanor in New York State. In some cases, it can even be a...

10 year felony probation on a youthful offender status, that is over half served, has been violated.

It is impossible to predict what your sentence would be without knowing your probation officer, the prosecutor, the judge and other factors. You...

Can i get possesion of marijuana for a friend i was with turning his in?

It sounds unlikely that a possession of marijuana charge can be sustained against you if the only marijuana that was recovered was on the person of...

Does ny have law that says if you get dwi can not drop to lesser charge her

There are certain restrictions in the law that limit what certain charges can be reduced to. This includes DWI charges, which can only be reduced...