What are my options?

Go to DMV and get your driving abstract. It will tell you what you're suspended for. It may be for failing to answer or pay a ticket. An...

Got a call from dts bout a fight that went down dt said if i was lying to him he would charge me with obstruction of justice

Sounds like the detective is bullying you. You cannot be charged with "obstruction of justice" as there is no such offense in under NY law. You...

What if I can't afford a lawyer?

You can ask the judge to send you for an interview with the legal aid society to see if you qualify for their services. If you don't qualify the...

If I have not been arrested in over 12 years, can my criminal history be used against me during sentencing for a felony case?

The age of the convictions is not relevant to whether they can be considered when determining a sentence, but is relevant as to how much weight...

Illegal for 15 and 18 year old to be dating?

Dating is ok. Sex is definitely not.

Prosecutor snuck in 3 years probation at sentencing instead of sticking to original time served plea deal. Help!

Your lawyer should make a motion to re-open the case and have your son re-sentenced. It sounds like a BIG mistake was made. You may have a...

How can someone be arrested for DWI if they were not driving the vehicle?

As a former vehicular crimes prosecutor, I know that the prosecution must prove all the elements of the crime, including operation (driving) beyond...

There is an administrative appeal process in DMV. If that fails you can bring what's called an Article 78 proceeding to have a court review your...

I was arrested for DUI in NY, when the officer appeared and arrested me, i was not physically in the car, nor any keys

You may want to consult an experienced criminal attorney who practices in the area. It sounds like you have a few defenses. Good luck.

As a Suffolk criminal attorney I know that an attorney can get you a no-point violation (parking ticket)(assuming you have a relatively clean...