In general, how much time is there between arrest and receipt of plea bargain?

There are no set rules. Speak to your attorney. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association Hession Bekoff &...

If you were arrested for sales of a controlled substance while being investigated for months is that a sealed indictment?

No--it depends on the DA or Police purpose in arresting when they did. They don't have to indict before arrest. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo,...

What are the options for a person who is released on their own recognizance but cannot appear in court?

Let his attorney know and they will handle it. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Past President, Criminal Courts Bar Association Hession Bekoff &...

You need an attorney. This is a misdemeanor charge!! It is defensible!! Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Past President, Criminal Courts Bar...

Is it true that the grand jury has 45 to indict and if they don't you have to be released.

It is true unless your attorney allows more time. As for a parolee, if there is a parole hold, they do not have to release. Joseph A. Lo...

NYS: Grand Larceny in 3rd Degree + Criminal Possesion

He needs drug treatment/judicial diversion and/or Veteran's Court if this is where his drug addiction arose. Hire a good attorney asap! Good...

How do I write a letter to judge requesting a change of court date?

Call the clerk of the court and they can/will explain the process. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Past President, Criminal Courts Bar...

Will a misdemeanor violation (1.5 years ago) show up in a background check in a different state?

The short answer is probably. If you were fingerprinted for that case there, it would show up on most background checks if done nationally. If...

Speak to your parents 1st. If you think you will in someway incriminate yourself, tell that to the DA's office when you show up and ask to speak to...

My car was impounded and i was arrest. I was release later that day. They claim that they don't have my car at the impound.

Check with the precinct. It may have not actually been impounded. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. Past President, Criminal Courts Bar...