Can my fiance live with me in Upstate NY when he is released from prision? He is from NYC

Parole should generally allow him to live anywhere in NY state as long as the location meets the appropriate criteria. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

How to take care of a warrant for 230.40

You should contact an attorney to arrange a voluntary return on the warrant so he/she has an opportunity to convince the judge to not set bail. ...

Can and 23 year old man have sex with a 17 year old girl ??

In NY, over 17 is not considered rape UNLESS there is another reason she cannot give consent, such as mental capacity. Joseph A. Lo...

Charged with petit larceny for an honest mistake. Do I have any legal recourse?

You can certainly get it dropped with a clean record. You should not end up with any record based on the facts as presented. Legal recourse for...

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Driveing with a suspended license , but until the ticket had no prior knowledge or notice that it had been suspended.

You should hire a lawyer as this is a misdemeanor charge. It is not an uncommon story on your end and it is defensible/negotiable. Joseph A....

I got a ticket for not having a license should I plead guilty or non guilty?

Driving w/out a license, VTL 509-1, carries a fine and 2 pts. If you don't have your license, the DMV may take into consideration this conviction...

81 in a 65 and no tickets within the past 5 years what to expect in court

Base points are 4 and fine can be between $100 and $200 + surcharge. That being said, you can often negotiate these lower and it is best w/a...

Driveing with a suspended license , but until the ticket had no prior knowledge or notice that it had been suspended.

This is unfortunately a regular occurrence. But it's serious b/c it's a misdemeanor. That being said, if it's 1 suspension on 1 date, they often...

What is the minimum sentence for pleading guilty to Attempted Brglry:ill Entry Dwelling?

I told you previously that it is possible. If the judge gave a commitment, he should honor it. If they are YO eligible, it is possible. If it is...

Does my son qualify for the shock program after taking 41/2 year plea deal. (cscs B felony)?or he needs to be 3 years to release

He needs to be w/in 3 yrs of his minimum release. Any time he served locally will count towards the 3 year minimum. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...