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Is it possible to obtain an order of protection against a police officer who is stalking and harrassing your person?
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Answered on January 19, 2018
If the police officer is committing a crime they can be arrested and the court can issue an order of protection. Alternatively, if the complainant...
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Well my friend want to now in the the state of New York what is the statue of limitation of domestic violence?
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Answered on January 19, 2018
Depending on the charge either 2 years for a misdemeanor or 5 years for a felony. Although it sounds as if the police were involved immediately so...
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Can a judge dismiss a guilty verdict due to no evidence nor finding the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt ?
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Answered on January 19, 2018
Prior to sentence the attorney can file a motion to set aside the verdict pursuant to CPL 330. Post-sentence, the motion would be under CPL 440. ...
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Can I still be charged when I go to court?
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Answered on January 19, 2018
It's unlikely, given that it sounds like they only gave you a roadside test which is inadmissible in court.
Why do i need to be finger printed for an unlawful possession of marijuana ticket if i just need to pay a fine?
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Answered on January 18, 2018
IF you were charged with the misdemeanor possession it's a crime and you are required to be fingerprinted. If this is your first offense a good...
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Is this a felony in new york?
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Answered on January 18, 2018
If nothing sexual happened it could still theoretically be endangering the welfare of a child but unlikely the police would charge something like...
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What can I do to get an order of protection revoked from the state?
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Answered on January 18, 2018
Only the Judge can change an order of protection, so you would need to convince him or her. Usually that would be done through your attorney or by...
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Is it legal to kiss a 17 year old that is going to turn 18 in two months if the other person is 20 years old in New York?
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Answered on January 18, 2018
As the age of consent in NY is 17 you can do whatever the two of you want.
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Hello, I was accused of shoplifting at c21. Th
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Answered on January 18, 2018
Don't bother paying it, there will be no criminal repercussions and unless they actually sue you (which they won't), you can throw the letter in...
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If someone pressed charges against someone cause your a minor and they give your phone as evidence will they get it back?
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Answered on January 18, 2018
is your case still pending? You should be able to get your phone back after the case is closed.
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