I have a alcohol-related DWAI in NYC. Is the MADD Impact Panel mandatory? None of my court paperwork says so.

It is DISCRETIONARY based on the sentencing judge. If the Judge makes it a condition of your conditional discharge, do it. If they did not, you...

A policeman gave me a ticket for going around a accident. Can I fight this ticket and win ? Or should I just pay

Is the ticket returnable at the Suffolk County Traffic and Parking agency in Hauppauge? You really should seek the advice of a knowledgable attorney

I want to know how to obtain a certificate of relief our rehabilitation in New York

Go to the court clerk's office in the county you were convicted and ask for a "Certificate of Relief from Civil Disabilities" form. Then fill it...

Will the judge grant me a public defender if I am under 21 but not living with my parents?

It may be, but you should try and retain a private lawyer who can devote the proper time to your matter.

Will I have problems coming from Mexico back to the U.S. without a passport and with a bench warrant for missing court on a drug

You are going to have a huge issue trying to re-enter the US without a passport. And, you could be held for extradition on the bench warrant.

Speak with your attorney in regard to the matter. They are in the best position to answer a question like this

Put it in the system the way they did even though its wrong. You will probably find it that way.

Can I request to replace community service with fine as I have to take care of my 4 year old? What will happen if I plea guilty?

Contact an experienced attorney immediately to discuss your matter fully and to represent you and guide you in the right direction.

How to recall an outstanding warrant

He has an arrest warrant out for him based on an incident that occurred in NY before he went to Brazil? It may or not pop up as he passes through...

What is a DUI?

I highly doubt that a 50 year old criminal conviction for a DUI will bar him from entering the United States.