Do I need a attorney?

You need a lawyer, especially when the judge says you should have one. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. President, Criminal Courts Bar Association...

Is there anyway out of city drug court without jailtime.

Avoiding jail time is not an option if you do not want to do what is asked of you by the programs. It has a significant cost on your life but so...

Testifying with mental issues

Forced....No. If the person is not competent, someone should bring it to the judge's attention and he should hold a hearing or an inquiry.

I was renewing my sister's license and stupidly put my picture on the ID. How much trouble can i get in?

As Mr. Lieberman said, say nothing as it could come back to bite you later. Even more important, do not offer it to anyone as your own b/c that is...

When prospective employers do a criminal background check, do they see the details of a conviction?

Unfortunately, NY atty's can't speak for Illinois law. In NY, they see the final charge only. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. President,...

What could be the reprucusions of this?

Well...if you tell him or anyone, you can be charged w/a crime since she can't legally consent due to her age despite saying "yes".... Joseph A....

My friend has been in jail since November, he has not been charged with anything. How long can they hold him?

He was arrested and charged. Otherwise he would be released. He may not have been indicted yet which happens if his attorney is negotiating on his...

Contact DMV Legal to get to the bottom of this. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. President, Criminal Courts Bar Association 11'-12' Hession Bekoff...

1st he has to take a plea. If he did that, the sentencing can take 1-3 .onths. If he hasn't taken a plea, a murder case can take 2-3 years to...

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Visitor VISA with a sealed offense "Disorderly Conduct" as a result of an arrest for possession.

You need to ask an immigration attorney or your state department/embassy where you apply for the Visa. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. President,...