Is it a wise choice to got to trial for a shoplifting charge that i signed documents confessing guilt?

I'd advise taking the ACD. If you go to trial and are convicted, you'll be stuck with an A misdemeanor. That has a number of penalties. You can...

My wife,(non-native speaker) accused of price changing was given a fine by shop of $250.00

Since there was no arrest at the time of incident, it's unlikely they will go to the trouble of calling the police after the fact. They may have...

Im 16 and I hit a lady who was about 50, and she is pressing assult charges.. Whats the worse that can happen?

The important question here is what was the injury? In New York, Assault in the Third Degree is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to a year in...

There are various levels of trespassing. If you were charged with trespassing as a violation, the fine could be anywhere up to $250 plus...

My son 19 years old recived a ticket for disordlery conduct and underage drinking this was in a nys college

Disorderly conduct (Penal Law Section 240.20(7)) is a violation, not a crime in NY. As it is a non-printable offense and since it is a violation,...

What charges should I expect Misdemeanor A 120. I live in queens ny and have no prior record?

Police are taking Domestic Violence charges very seriously now. If there is any indication of injury or abuse, they will arrest even if the...

I am 17 and was caught shoplifting at Kohls and was wondering if it would be on my permanent record?

If Kohls declined to prosecute, than no, this will not be on any criminal record. Kohls most certainly will keep some record, but it won't have any...

Misdemeanor ASSUALT 3 No priors

First off, if this was charged as misdemeanor assault, then no weapon is necessary. Assault with a weapon is a felony. Misdemeanor Assault is...

Is a police officer allowed to pull someone over for no reason and search their car in New York State?

The short answer is no but I'll surmise that the police, if questioned, will not say he was pulled over for no reason. Even if your son did...

Charged with Petit Larceny in NYS. Help!

If your son has a clean record, than he may be entitled to an ACOD which is short for Adjournment in Contemplation of Dismissal. What this means,...