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I always advise my clients to ignore the civil demand letters. After you ignore them twice, they go away. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

Is my friend eligible for parole if he's being charged with sexual promotion of a child?

He should speak to his attorney. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association 11'-12' Hession Bekoff...

Does accepting a plea automatically give up my right to appeal?

You only give up your right if you agree to waive it. Otherwise, it is always your right. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past...

If placed on ten years post release supervision in new york state is it possible to be released from it at an earlier date?

It is possible but difficult. How do you have 10 years? Did you receive consecutive sentences? Usually it's a 5 year maximum for PRS. Joseph...

How can my husband get an aggravated DWI reduced without a drug and alcohol evaluation? (Immigration/Criminal offense)

The attorney needs to speak to the judge/da! Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association...

Will it all be over after I pay the fine?

It will not be on your record since you were not arrested. I recommend my clients not pay the fine as the attorney will not pursue after 2 letters...

How do I pay ?

Your parents will know if the letter comes since it's from a lawyers office.. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal...

It sounds like an abuse of authority. He should speak to a supervisor. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts...

Got arrested over 10 years ago for shoplifting in Manhattan. Can I have it expunged?

You have to check with the clerk of the court about the end of the case/disposition. If it was ACD'd, it was ultimately dismissed. It was not a...

If you were charged as an adult for a crime but you were 17 years old and the case got overturn can you have your records seal?

Not likely. You would need to be re-sentenced as a youthful offender and that would be at the sole discretion of the judge. Speak to the appellate...