Myself and 2 friends were given trespassing violations and have to appear in court for an "arraignment" - what does that mean?

I suggest you speak with a few criminal lawyers and get a sense of whether the lawyer will be able to help you at a reasonable price.

If the nypd issued a wanted card instead of applying for an arrest warrant from a court, does it work the same way?

You should be very concerned about NYPD having an ICARD. I suggest you speak with counsel immediately.

Pl 165.40 $350 item. Made admission when questioned by a store guy before arrest. Is plea to ACD or dis con still obtainable?

You should be more specific. I suggest you contact a skilled criminal attorney right away.

It's a violation.

Trial in NYC 3

Stop asking and start doing. Hire an attorney or use the one you have.

DWI Case Has 4 A MISD. is this the norm? If I go to trial and lose do I do time on them individually and would it be the max ?

I suggest you contact a skilled criminal attorney in your area immediately.

How much time can a eighteen year old do?

Up to 7 years. I suggest your lawyer up ASAP!

An arraignment is coming up. If I pleaded not guilty and asked for public defender, how long would it take to have a trial?

As previous counsel stated, it depends on how much you report in income for the court to determine if you are deemed indigent/eligible for free...

I ask for a lawyer they didn't listen

I suggest you hire an attorney should you be able to afford one.

Can i talk to A Public Defender/ Legal aid before my Desk appearance Ticket Date?

I always suggest one hires a private attorney if one can afford to do so.