In 1985 i was 15 years old went to a house party and some items were taken ,I was contacted by law enforcement .

What is your question? If you received an ACD that means that you were charged but that the case was ultimately dismissed and sealed. The FBI as a...

I was charged in NY State with petty larceny $19.86 I have no criminal record what can I expect?

A lawyer can probably negotiate an ACD for you. This is an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal which means that if you stay out of troub,e...

Will an Open Container Violation violate my ACOD i am currently on for a possession charge?

Technically it could but as a practical matter they may never find out.

Expired inspecion sticker

You can avoid going to court by pleading guilty by mail and paying the fine.

Should I pay the civil demand?

I generally advise clients to ignore these civil demand letters. You don't owe them anything. In order for you to owe them something they would...

Does a pending DWI charge that has not gone to court yet effect a pre-employment background check?

Unless convicted it shouldn't show up on a commercial background check but it may. ---------------------------------------- This email was...

My son was sentence to 18 to 20 years in prison on a robbery charge. We feel that this was extremely harsh. What can I do?

Contact an appellate attorney to see if there might be any merit in appealing the sentence as being unduly harsh or excessive.

Are there any pro bono lawters left?

If she is not entitled to a public defender she will have to hire one. Contact local bar associations and see if they could refer some lawyers for...

What should i say in a letter to a judge in federal court for my son? He is sick and is supposed to be sentenced?

Attorney Richman gave as detailed an answer as possible. Speak to your son's attorney, s/he would best be able to advise and guide you.

I found out i had a case in Nov of 1979 how do i get a copy of the court information on this case

Contact the clerk of the court.

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