You should retain an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you and you should also consult with an experienced immigration attorney...

There is no standard plea. Every case is different. If you are not guilty, have you considered going to trial. Speak with your attorney about...

Is my arrest and trial for a misdemeanor "a criminal proceeding?

Yes it was a criminal proceeding. You should consult with an immigration attorney in regard to this matter.

Are retail store employees not entitled to the ACD for a petit larceny?

Yes, there are no prohibitions against employees of stores getting an ACD on a petit larceny offense. Retain an experienced criminal defense...

It should NOT appear on a background check unless you waived your sealing rights to the violation (I doubt it if it was a first arrest). But to be...

As the other attorney's have said, if the person charged with the petit larceny is a US Citizen, traveling is not an issue. If the person is not a...

Contact an experienced criminal defense for representation immediately. It's a private person accusing you of petit larceny as opposed to a loss...

Your attorney is right in saying that this is a strict liability crime. It unfortunately doesnt matter that you did not know her age. But it also...

The person that has the power for you to have it removed is your probation officer. When you were sentenced, did the judge make the IID mandatory...

The maximum age for YO in NY currently is 18 years old. If you read the article carefully, you will see that the person was arrested on more than...