I was caught shoplifting in Kmart in NY, I was not arrested or send to court I just got a civil claim to make a payment.

You should not be sued nor should you pay the $190. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association...

You have to call the clerk of the court where it all occurred in GA. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar...

If you are not a U.S citizen yet but you got caught shoplifting will it ruin the chances of ever becoming one?

You will be fine. Many of us recommend not paying the civil penalty as the civil firms do not pursue due to the costs involved. Joseph A. Lo...

What details to give to immigration officers upon reentry into US after shoplifting case dismissed?

The advice is to speak to an immigration attorney and that you should not go into the facts of the case with the agent. -

Is a L.P.R juvenile who ended up being a ward of the state gain automatic citizenship?

Contact an immigration attorney, not criminal. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association...

Marijuana regulations in NY state?

Real simple. If marijuana is found in a bag on a person with you, it's a non-issue. If marijuana is found in a car or home/room that you are in,...

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A NY Town Court issued a Dismissal Without Prejudice decision giving the ADA 30 days to continue a violation case.

You can't change the dismissal if they choose not to go forward with the case in the 30 days. It stays a dismissal and prejudice is not in...

Hi . I recently got a pink summons that has a violation code of 14-107 . what is that ?

Where was the summons issued b/c that is the only way for an attorney to locate the code through research. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

I was wondering i have a serious question no one were i live can tell me anything

You need to talk to your lawyer(s) b/c your question is unclear. You should not be charged in 2 places for the same crime. Joseph A. Lo...

Is it illegal to cash a real check from a real person, company, or institute which has your correct info & I do not know them?

If you do and you know you were not entitled to the money, it can be considered a larceny! Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Immediate Past...