Is there a time limit on how long an aggravated DWI case in NY can be dragged out? The initial charge was in November of 2009.

Typically, a misdemeanor must be brought to trial within 90 days, outside of excludable time. Speak with your attorney about the possibility of...

I just turned 16 on agust 26 and my girlfriend turned 18 on july 17 and I think she's pregnant could she get introuble?

It is possible, namely Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a misdemeanor. Rape third degree does not apply to an 18 yo with a 16 yo.

If the judge did not offer me a jury trial for DWI, and proceeded with a bench trial without my consent, can I claim mistrial?

Typically, a written waiver of your right to a jury trial is required. An attorney may be able to file a motion before your sentencing date. ...

My sister accepted a plea deal, she is now charged with a class e felony, what type of punishment is she looking at?

There should be a bargained for sentence if the reduced the charges.

My sister was charged with 4 class a misdemeanors and a class c felony, for production of meth what might her punishment be?

There should be a bargained for disposition if the DA reduced the top count. Maximum on an E felony is 1 1/3-4 years in prison.

An attorney would be able to question the detective at a Huntley Hearing as well as trial regarding the voluntariness of the statement and whether...

It is unlikely that she was physically arrested. My assumption would be that she received tickets for the above listed offenses, two of which are...

I'm released on bond in a Federal Marijuana Distribution Case. I just failed a drug test for pot. Will I be remanded?

Was it a condition of your release that you test negative? Who tested you? Who issued the bond? Many questions in response to your post. Best...

The People have thirty days, outside of excludable time, to bring the case to trial.

My friend stole $4000 from my mother.

The police are not obligated to conduct an investigation in any particular manner. The police require probable cause to obtain a search warrant...