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I was arrested in 1995 for shoplifting. Paid a fine after appearing to court. Will this show up on my background check?
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Answered on September 09, 2014
That would depend on the ultimate disposition of the case. If you plead guilty to a crime (misdemeanor or felony) and were not granted youthful...
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My boyfriend's parole officer came to my apartment and they rifled through my home and I feel violated....
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Answered on September 09, 2014
If they do not have a warrant you can refuse entry. You might want to speak to a supervisor at parole to see if anything can be done to stop the...
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I was arrested for child endangerment. This is my first time offense. How do I go about getting a divergent?
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Answered on September 09, 2014
This is a very fact sensitive question. There are many factors to be considered including your past criminal history, if any, and any substance...
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I could not afford an attorney during my divorce trial and I was hammered. Can I appeal?
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Answered on September 09, 2014
There is not enough information in the question to give any substantive answer. You can always bring an appeal but it must be done immediately. An...
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Been arrested for criminal trespassing in the Bronx, I need help, what should I do?
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Answered on September 09, 2014
I would not spend anytime worrying. If this is your first offense there is a good chance the matter might be dismissed and if not, should be...
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Marijuana
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Answered on September 09, 2014
If you were charged with an A misdemeanor, the maximum penalty would be one year in jail. That is highly unlikely but you will probably be...
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Do I have to remove myself from my husbands auto insurance before our divorce is final?
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Answered on September 08, 2014
You should speak to your matrimonial attorney to see if they are any orders in place that would affect the situation. My guess is he is trying to...
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Crime attorney
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Answered on September 08, 2014
There is not enough information to answer the question. It would depend on the types of guns, his criminal history and other related factors. The...
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I missed a court date and also wasnt able to complete my one day of community service. Will i go to jail?
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Answered on September 07, 2014
You will probably be given a second chance to do the community service. Jail is highly unlikely but chances are you are going to be required to...
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I was arrested for retail theft. I've never been arrested before; what are my chances of getting the charged dropped.?
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Answered on September 06, 2014
It is quite possible the case will end up in a dismissal at the end of an ACD period. It is possible you will be asked to attend a one session...
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