When I went in front of the judge he never asked me if I was guilty or not guilty just read me my charges

It is likely that the court entered a plea of not guilty on your behalf at your first appearance, also known as the arraignment. You need to talk...

What happens when you are arrested for missing a court date? Is it on your record forever or can it be expunged?

It's a bit unusual for a warrant to be issued for a victim of a crime. However the fact that a warrant was issued may show up on his record. I...

I am charged of felony E case by overcharging the taxi passengers. My lawyer wants me to accept the guilty So what should i do?

It's hard to say whether or not you should accept a plea of guilty without knowing the evidence against you. Talk to your lawyer about the...

Statutory Rape Question

While they are helpful factors, statutory rape is a strict liability crime. In other words if the victim/complaintant is under 17, regardless of...

AS FOR PL120.00 NO PRIORS I FACED THE COURT YESTERDAY BUT I DIDN'T RETAIN ANY COUNSEL AND I GOT 5DAYS COM.SERV.+1YR OF PROBAT.

Hard to say without knowing the full extent of the complaintant's injuries, your criminal record if any, any defenses you might have (such as self...

If you have no prior record for marijuana or controlled substances possession CPL section 170.26 states that upon motion of the defendant, the...

What is an Examination Under Oath?

The lawyer for the insurance company will likely ask you about the accident, how it happened, and the nature of your injuries. If you have given a...

I was caught shoplifting... what happens now?

You are presently being charged with a Class A misdemeanor which in NY is punishible by up to 1 year in Jail or 3 years probation. While neither...