First time violationg a 3 year probation,whats my options?

Get a lawyer and be prepared with him to argue the situation before the judge. Be apologetic and respectful to the judge and stop w/the excuses...

Is There Any Way I Could Go Home ?

Speak to the attorney who handled your case and/or your case worker. See if they can make an application to the judge.

1st offense shoplifting totoaling $111.00. Do I need a lawyer? Should I sign up for online course?

You should request one be assigned a a conviction can give you a criminal record which can prevent future employment. Do not sign up for any...

Your son and/or you can write the judge. If he is unsatisfied w/his current lawyer, have him explain the reasons in a letter WITHOUT GOING INTO...

How can i drop rape charges?

You can't "drop them" but if you choose not to cooperate with the DA, it would be tough for the DA topursue the rape charges. No one can advise...

I Have Been Charged with a Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana in New York City, will this interfere with my green card renewal?

You will be detained upon re-entry due to the likely warrant that was issued when you didn't go to court. You should hire an attorney to try and...

I need advice on my possession case, what should I do?

It shouldn't be a major task to get this off your record. If you're under 19, it will never make it to your record as sealing is mandatory. An ACD...

Can i get a retrial?

It depends on your appeal. An appellate court can consider all these issues and order a new trial. If you are not sentenced yet, you're trial...

If I got ACD when I was 16 for possession of marijuana & it was sealed & dismissed 8yrs ago would it still appear in my record?

Not at all.... Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. President, Criminal Courts Bar Association 11'-12' Hession Bekoff & Lo Piccolo 1103 Stewart Ave,...

Can I be taken back into custody after being released from jail to be sentenced to 3 mo. in jail time served and 3yrs probation?

It depends on what the judge promised. If his commitment was the time and probation, if he chose to change that you would be able to withdraw your...