I agree with the previous answers. You do need a lawyer. The offense is a class A misdemeanor. If this is his first offense, there may be the...

Since your lawyer waived your 30.30 rights, that is, he has waived your rights to a speedy trial, the District Attorney is under no time...

Can i get locked up for a person saying i supplied him with stolen goods

I suppose my first question would be how did the cops find out that your friend had these stolen goods? Their investigation somehow led him to the...

In my experience, unlawful possession of alcohol is a local ordinance that is a violation, not a crime (like misdemeanors or felonies.) Usually,...

Class A misdemeanor

Yes. Jury trials are your right when the case is a class A misdemeanor (Some jurisdictions even B misdemeanors) The jury will consist of 6 jurists...

My brother got a wrongful criminal court appearance letter.

The previous answer on how to fight this is right on the mark. I just might add that you might want to think of not fighting it. In many criminal...

Can I get a record of two misdemeanors expunged or set aside in New York State

The short answer is no. Unfortunately, misdemeanors will stay on your record forever. So if a criminal search is done for you say via a job...

If there is a warrant out for your friend's arrest, he really should try to vacate it as soon as possible. What could happen for example is that he...

Can i sue a bar for an assault that took place outside

The old axiom is that you can always sue, winning is the hard part. I'd say you have two options, go to police and file a report. They will decide...

I rec'd a disorderly conduct charge in nyc (violation, not misdemeanor). Requesting advice

I agree with my above colleague. In NYC, on a disorderly conduct charge, ACD's are fairly common. Let your attorney know this is what you are...