Can a well-connected attorney have sealed criminal records unsealed without notifying the party involved?

An attorney can make a motion to have records unsealed and a judge of competent jurisdiction would have to rule on the request. Sealed records are...

Can I sign under protest ? And have a chance in getting the whole amount back

I am not quite sure what you want to protest. The clerk's office might not accept the document if you sign under protest. Another option is for...

Was charged with Unlawful Possession of marijuana when i did not own or have any on me. The officer made me retrieve it.What2do?

If this is your first contact with the system there is very little to worry about. You should talk to a criminal defense attorney about possible...

My boyfriend got arrested for first degree assault , what kind of evidence will be needed to prosecute him ?

The victim can testify. There can be other witnesses, statements or other possible evidence. You should speak to his attorney.

It sounds like the person must have another case holding him in jail. For that reason the judge set a one dollar bail to assure the person gets...

Can detectives enter my home open closed doors and search draws without my prior consent?

Without a court ordered warrant they would need exigent circumstances. You should discuss further issues with a criminal defense attorney.

What is the New York State and Federal Statute of limitations for the importation into the US of drugs?

Under new York state law there is a five year statute of limitations. Under federal law it would be five years of the most recent act of a provable...

Hi Attorney, I was gambling underage but the offense was not filed until 5 days later, do i have a defense?

Every case can be fought. One must analyze the evidence and then work with a client to develop the best strategy. You need to discuss this, in...

Your boyfriend can renew his bail application under certain circumstances. There are many facts that u correctly left out of the post. The...

I was arrested for drunk driving and is my first time getting arrested for anything. What can I expect?

Much will depend on the specific facts of your case. There are many options and varied potential sentences. Your attorney should be able to answer...