How long can a domestic assault trial take?

There is no way to give an exact answer. A trial could take three day or three weeks. It could also take a long time before the trial is held. The...

I got possession of a controlled substance on federal grounds in New York. Need help!

If you have been charge with a misdemeanor than the maximum penalty would be a year in jail although that would usually be unlikely. While you...

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Gravity knife possession 265 . 01 . 01 and conditional discharge .

This question should be posted under the immigration section if you are not a US citizen. Good luck.

Will an ACD CPL 170 . 55 show up on a background check ? ?

It is difficult to answer with precision as it will depend on what type of check is done and whether all remnants of the arrest record have been...

Am I going to face consequences for not completing any hours of community service before my sentencing?

There would be no benefit to withholding the truth. If there is time available then I suggest starting now. If there was no demand from the court...

Lost job due to disability and lost everything. What could I do? Lost son to foster care. What kind of atty vs. Foster Care?

Sorry to hear about all your issues. Hopefully family court will provide you with an attorney to work through the issues regarding your child. Make...

Yes. Macy's often calls the police and asks for prosecution in larceny cases like the one you described. If it is the first arrest for your sister...

How can I get a statement supressed

You have to speak to your attorney to discuss all the facts surronding the questioning in order to see if grounds exist to have the statement...

I want to get an uncontested divorce from my husband. I have only a cell number. How can I find him to get a divorce.

Hopefully he will let you know his location in order to have him personally served. If he cannot be personally served you can apply to the court to...

How can I clear up missed pink summons and a possible arrest warrants?

Go to 346 broadway in manhattan or the summons part on queens boulevard. Bring ID and ask them to pull the warrants and allow you to see the judge....