Domestic violence

If there is no supporting deposition signed by the complainant, the charge is insufficient. If such is the case, the prosecution has 90 days to...

I was assaulted,the person is being charged with assault in the 2nd ,grand larceny,violating probation

Much more information is needed to answer your question. All depends upon what exactly he is charged with, the strength of the prosecution's case,...

How do I fight an Order of Protection that the State has placed on my behalf

All criminal cases are entitled the People of the State of New York against the Defendant. As the complainant you are not a party to the case. I...

What is the most likely consequences of accidently breaking an order of protection?

Just because both parties do not want the OP in place does not mean violating the OP is an accident. The police and DA's office can still...

How much time can you get for your first offence of murder in New York State?

Murder in the first degree is punishable by life incarceration without the possibility of parole. Murder in the second degree is punishable by a...

At age 17, convicted of Petit Larceny, i am now 25 and seeking a career, can i have this removed?

Based on the information you provided, it appeared that you WERE NOT convicted of petit larceny. You received what is called an ACD, Adjournment...

I agree with everything Mr. Gillies has said. Your sentence will depend upon whether you are charged in family court as a minor, or county court...

Whats the lowest possible punishment for violating an order of protection, by having contact with the protected?

The lowest possible consequence is an ACD, Adjournment in Contemplation of Dismissal. If your order of protection is a family order, if you were...

The statute of limitations (SOL) for harassment, which is a violation, is 1 year. However given the facts you've presented, it seems that the...

What is the statue of limitations for dwi

A statute of limitations only applies to the amount of time the State has to file criminal charges from the date the crime was committed. In your...