What will happen for shoplifting in NY for the first time? I have no prior criminal record.

There will be no criminal charges. If you are worried about a license issue, pay the $$. But it should not be an issue. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

It should not be an issue. You can contact the NY Department of Professional Licensing if more questions. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

I was caught smoking marijuana in public. Is there any way this can be dismissed?

It can be done. You need an attorney and in light of your applying for the bar.

How do I dismiss a assault complaint against my daughter without the police having to arrest her?

Unfortunately--it can't be undone. She will need to surrender, make no statements and go to court. If you do not sign any documents, it will be...

Just wondering what if u been charged with 3 felonies two in the first degree and one in the 3rd

There is too little here for us to give you an informed opinion. Take a meeting with your lawyer and go over your case.

If a parole hearing for a parole violation is pushed back, how long do they have to reschedule?

It can take awhile and the system is very backlogged. No one can guess the timeframe at this point.

How do I help him?

You need to show up as hard as it may be and tell the lawyer and the judge what happened.

My husband was arrested on vop his parole officer has changed what that mean

He should be assigned a parole attorney. The basis for the vop may not be the argument with his mom. He should have been served papers for the...

Misdemeanor trespassing

Depends on the rest of the allegations. Mere trespass is usually dismissed and sealed, sometimes with community service. Hire an...

Unfortunately, each state has it's own rules. Since this is the internet, it would likely be governed by Federal Law. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...