There may be a warrant issued but if you were not fingerprinted, it will be difficult for them to track you down. That being said, if it catches...

The elements of acting in concert are aiding and abetting in the commission of a crime. Mere presence is not enough to be an...

There is no expungement in NY at this time. If this case was finished w/a plea to a misdemeanor, it cannot be sealed. You can apply for a...

My friend has 2 prior's for robbery 1st b class and now has a grand larceny charge how much time would he b facing

The answer is unclear b/c your question does not advise what level of Grand Larceny he has. However, a few things are certain. His minimum is...

I had a preliminary hearing August 24 2011 was rord on November 1st due to no indictment is it typical for a da to wait so long

This is a lot. The case may have fallen through the cracks and if it has, good for you. It takes 6 months of no prosecution action before you can...

How can i contact a legal aid or an 18b lawyer for case over look even if i have a payed lawyer but dnt think hes doing his job

You can contact the local Legal Aid Society or Assigned Counsel plan in your county but they generally will not do this type of review. You...

If a person who is a first time offender is charged with escape can he still be eligable for the shock program

The Department of Corrections ultimately decides who is and is not eligible. Certain offenses make someone automatically excludable and I believe...

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Is it better to spend the money on a private attorney than allow a public defender take your case?

The results could end up the same either way but the main difference is you get to choose your private lawyer v. an assigned public defender. ...

You have the general right to walk away when a police officer asks you to stop and give information. That being said, once he detains you, there...

URGENT - Shoplifting and applying for citizenship. No charges

You should speak to an immigration attorney before filing any application. I always recommend Ray Fasano in NYC 212.791.4156 who always gives...