Are new york officers required to ask for proof of insurance when pulling over?

I agree with the previous responses but would add that in all probability when the officer went back to his car to write the ticket he ran your...

If you plea not guilty, what can a public defender do?

You need a lawyer. If you really didn’t steal anything then you would fight this case and your lawyer would do all that s/he can to obtain a Not...

Whats time frame to be pick up for burglary

Ditto to Richard but I would add that the prosecution have had to actually been exercising due diligence to find you. Meaning they knew who you are...

Is this incident a Disorderly Conduct? What I should do to get an outright dismissal?

I would respectfully disagree with Mr. Robinson. CPL 240.20(5) says that it is disorderly conduct to obstruct vehicular or pedestrian traffic....

Park after dark

Did this occur in New York City and is the only charge being in the park after dark? Usually a summons for being in the park after dark would be in...

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What if i get pulled over for driving with an license, what happens?

In order to be able to assess what may possibly happen you first have to provide the details of what your friend was charged with. Did he receive a...

Ticket for Unlicensed Operator (509.1), but my licensed is revoked.. What's the usual scenario?

If your license is revoked and you were caught driving you should be thankful that you weren’t charged with the criminal charge of 511! The 509 is...

I was caught shoplifting, i have a previous criminal record. will i receive jail time?

What you are charged with is a felony that can carry a sentence of between 3-5 years, unless the Essex County Prosecutor’s office has downgraded...

On job applications if i sign my name under the section for criminal background check, do i give permission for sealed records?

It really doesnt have much to do with whether you are an adult or not. If the case was dismissed and sealed they arent getting it (especially if...

I concur with what was previously posted with one exception. Though I agree that one must always be honest, if your case is already dismissed and...