Archived
Hello, Please, help me in my case. Im foregn and in 2008 I visited the USA and were cought in shoplifting 20$ stolen item cost
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 29, 2012
There may be a warrant for your arrest based on your failure to complete community service. You would have to contact the court where the case was...
Archived
Is accepting a lower fine to a charge a conviction of crime?
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 29, 2012
You should go to the court where this transpired and request a certificate of disposition. This document will let you know what the conviction was...
Archived
I was recently at a lounge and they allowed a patron to get drunk. Once it closed that patron assaulted me.
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 28, 2012
You have not asked a question. If you are considering a civil suit you should consult with an attorney to discuss the facts.
Archived
How many days can a person be held in jail on assault charge with no evidence and no charges being pursued!
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 28, 2012
The question is not clear. If someone has been arrested and bail has been set there are pendin charges. If the person is not indicted within 144...
Archived
If you have a misdemeanor ticket for being in the park after dark and the
place of location is c/o on ticket, is this valid?
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 28, 2012
No the court will probably allow it to go forward. If you appear in court as required you should resolve the matter with a non-criminal disposition...
Archived
If I am found not guilty in a misdemeanor assault case, will there be any record of this kept?
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 25, 2012
In New York, arrest records are permanent. What can be found will depend on the level of investigation. Good luck.
Archived
What happens if you have a bench warrant and get stopped because you did the same offense
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 25, 2012
If not a lawyer you should make sure someone is in court with money at the arraignment. It is certainly possible that a judge will set bail based...
Archived
What can be expected if someone who got out on bail less then 2 months ago is arrested again?
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 25, 2012
It depends on numerous factors including what he was arrested for. The person should make sure his attorney is well versed in diversionary programs...
Archived
What happens if I do not pay a civil demand?
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 24, 2012
Probably nothing. They would have to take you to civil court, prove their case and obtain a judgment. Good luck.
In federal court after entering in a guilty plea, can you stay out until sentencing?
Howard's answer
|
Answered on August 24, 2012
In some cases a defendant can stay out between plea and sentencing. If not it is possible the plea can be put off until the semester is finished....
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
The Avvo Rating explained
The Avvo Rating explained