If my disposition says no file of disposition for one of the convictions, what does that mean?

It is possible a court clerk made an error and never registered the finality of a charge as negotiated on the record. If that is what happened,...

Do I Need an attorney?

You are not charged with a crime but rather a violation. That being said, there are many ramifications to a violation for the case going forward...

WHAT IS THE LEGAL AGE LIMIT UR AN ADULT?

We need more specifics. Criminal or Civil. Parents are usually required by Judge's to be present in cases where the defendant is under 18. After...

What happens after a felony hearing?

If the hrg does not happen, it is up to the DA as to whether negotiations happen after. Some do, some don't depending on the nature and strength...

I have never been in any trouble before, given a desk appearance ticket for endangering the welfare of a child...chances are???

The ultimate result will be fact specific. No priors help. If you were not home BUT the fact that alcohol was potentially available is a negative...

Will a pending Petit Larceny Case (still waiting to be resolved in a NYS / County Court)

Yes. It will show until it is resolved permanently. So if you get an ACD on Mar 12, it will show for 6 more months after that. Joseph A....

Criminal Lawyer & Immigration Lawyer's Opinions

Sealing is always preferred! Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Hession Bekoff & Lo Piccolo, LLP President, Criminal Courts Bar Association of...

FBI background check,

A failure to prosecute pre-arrest may not show up on an FBI check but a dismissal post arraignment by a court could show despite the fact it is...

How can I modify a order of proctetion?

1st---it can't be extended longer than the original date. 2nd, you have to speak to your attorney to make an application to modify the Order...

Ask a JAG attorney b/c the Military code has many intricacies to it. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Hession Bekoff & Lo Piccolo, LLP President,...