What if the defendant was accused of violating order protection ?

A complaint that an order of protection is a crime. It can also constitute cause to file a violation of probation. Contact an attorney immediately...

CPL 710.30 is a notice statute. Under subsection (1)(a), notice must be given of a statement attributed to the defendant that may be the subject of...

It is a violation and not a criminal conviction

Yes, if your friend is wanted in another state, judges routinely set remand status (held without possibility of bail) up to 90 days until the...

Can a first offense for 220.03 be reduced to a ACOD or dismissed ...no prior record and can 221.05 be dismissed?

Yes, an ACD and possibly a dismissal is possible. It may be a battle, but your lawyer should be able to work things out for you. Best of luck.

At what point in the criminal process are the prosecution required by law to release evidence to the defense?

The prosecutor is supposed to provide discovery after a defendant is arraigned upon an information or indictment, upon the court orders in. That...

I’m 17 & got an appearance ticket to court & detained at Sephora and then freely let go?

If this is your first contact with the Criminal Justice System and if you are under 18, you are guaranteed Youthful Offender treatment. That means...

I got charged with a Misdemeanor at 17 with Petit Larceny? ( Almost 18 within a month or less)

I would suggest that you plead not guilty until the prosecutor comes off a misdemeanor charge and offers you a disorderly conduct plea or better....

Will I be charge with this crime 140.15

You can be charged with this crime if you had no permission or authority to be in the building. You should speak to your attorney to investigate...

No, defamation of character is not a crime. However, it can be a cause of action in a civil case.