It's actually six months, which can sometimes come out to 183 days. But, otherwise you were given correct information by the public defender.

Will I go to jail at my arraignment?

I am not familiar with the bail setting practice in Buffalo. However, no one should ever appear for an arraignment without an attorney. You can't...

What to expect charged with Shoplifting and never been arrested before?

You will probably be offered an ACD with possibly a little community service or a STOPLIFT program (lectures for a few number of hours). After that...

I need to report annomysly for some one that is paroled

Anonymous tips are rarely followed up on by parole officers. Call his PO directly. Good luck.

Will I be criminally charged ?

Given the long passage of time, it is unlikely that an arrest will take place. I would strongly suggest that you stay clear of the store.

Will I get my child father in trouble when I give birth?

Yes, there is a potential that he may be arrested and prosecuted, because the age of consent in New York is 17.

You are considered an adult, and may leave your mother's home if you wish.

I agree with the previous attorney that it is unlikely that you will get arrested for this. Preserve a hard copy of your emails, and, of course,...

Can I be convicted?

I don't know if you can be convicted. However, if your question is whether you can be arrested, the answer may be yes if your friend can convince...

I doubt that it has anything to do with a quota. It has more to do with the fact that a jury must return a unanimous verdict regarding the same...