I have been going to court for 21 months for a dwi my lawyer tells me it's the court but I think it's the lawyer can you tell me

It can easily take that long. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association 11'-12' Hession Bekoff &...

I went to my first day of community service but i missed the second one. and this is my second chance to redo community service

You have little choice but to show up and ask for a final chance. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar...

My son is beign accued of a crime by ex because he doesnt want to be with him, she claimed he shot at her yet there is no gun

Sounds like a weak case BUT cops are lazy and will still make an arrest on such a bad case. Get him a good attorney if you can! Joseph A. Lo...

WHAT IF YOU WERE ARRESTED AND NEVER HAD YOUR MIRANDA RIGHTS READ TO YOU

Miranda rights mean nothing if the police did not question you about the incident once you were in police custody. Otherwise, they don't...

How do I get an Order of Protection that I had put against someone dropped?

Speak to his attorney and/or the DA. No guarantees b/c the court issues it and doesn't have to drop the order b/c you feel you don't need it.

Trial in nyc

DA's do not have a budget for cases. Are you asking how much it costs them or how much does it cost a defendant. DA's don't spend money on a...

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When Indicted by the grand jury, does the D.A. alway's take the case to trial?

NO. It is a long way from a trial after indictment.

What would an indeterminate sentence of 1.5 to 4.5 be ? How does it work ? Would be pleading to attempted Assault 2

It can't be 1 1/2 to 4 1/2 on a 1st conviction. It has to be 1 1/3 to 4 years. It means that you would be eligible for certain programs that...

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It's all discretionary. It is a risk. Speak to your attorney about advancing the ACD for dismissal for good reason!

Can I get crimin. charges dropped/dismissed if my psychiatrist writes a letter stating, "I'm unfit to aid in my own defense."??

No--it has to be a court ordered psychiatrist. A doctor's letter may lead to an ACD which is a dismissal! Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...