If an off duty bouncer at a bar overhears someone saying he is coming back with a gun to shoot up the bar and then returns a hal

Probably not. The prosecution has to prove that the bouncer's punching the person was not justified.

Will my boyfriend get in trouble if he didn't steal anything but has a past history from years ago for robbing banks?

If the police have his picture and are coming around looking for him they may have something on him. Or maybe they have very little and are hoping...

Self Defense from a Home Invasion with an Illegal Weapon?

I don't think a bowie knife is illegal. It may be vconsidered a "dangerous knife," but is only criminal if used unlawfully against another. ...

It could be an error or the court could have issued a bench warrant for your arrest if you did not appear in court. Call your attorney and/or the...

You could be charged with criminal mischief. If the bar owner called the police you probably would be arrested. I recommend you consult a local...

Hello I got a speeding ticket today . I am honest I was going 83 when the law is 55. This is my first time . What should I do?

Consult a local Suffolk County criminal lawyer. They can appear for you (you won't have to) and most likely negotiate it down to a much lower...

New York does not expunge. Your only recourse would be to file a motion to vacate your conviction under CPL section 440.40. There is a list of...

I agree with all the other attorneys. You have a better chance of being struck by lightning than getting an ACD off a DWI, especially given the...

Charged with (3) criminal possessions of a forged instrument 2nd degree(script),have a pending grand larceny 4th degree(firearm)

You may want to consult a suffolk county criminal attorney. There are procedural issues in felony cases different from misdemeanor cases. The...

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Please Help, Arrested last night for posession of MDMA, do i need to get a lawyer?

You definitely should consult an attorney. If you have no record a lawyer may be able to get your case disposed of without a criminal conviction. ...