Who is present at a Hearing apart from my lawyer and I? What happens there? What happens next? How long is the process?

It depends. This is too general a question. We need specifics. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar...

Is avvo.com for US residents only?

You can always ask. Just use the right topic and location. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar...

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17 is legal in NY. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association 11'-12' Hession Bekoff & Lo...

He needs to speak to his counselor at the prison. A VFO makes a person eligible for programs which after completion can help a person get early...

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Max of 2-4 years and minimum of 1 1/2-3 years. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association...

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property as a felony depending on the value of the Iphone. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President,...

Is it legal for a 14 year old to date a 14 year old without parents permission when all they have done is kissed

It is legal to date but if he does anything to "endanger your welfare", they can press charges. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past...

Does a Defendant get access to documents and information before a hearing?

It is up to defense counsel how he shares the info with the defendant. Every lawyer handles it differently. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

Will i be convicted of a felony if i was charged with grand larceny in the 4th degree, gave the money back, am 17, and no priors

It is unlikely you would end up with a felony but your parents should get you a lawyer to ensure you don't. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

Is the statements of one witness enough to prove your innocence?

Unfortunately, when it's a he said/he said, cops job is not to figure out the truth. That is for the courts. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...