I practice in Albany and Rensselaer Counties so I'm familiar with the local usage of this term. Basically, "legal limbo" is not an official term,...

Can my brothers girl friend drop the charges for grand larceny (domestic)?

Whether it's a "domestic" or not is basically immaterial. The real issue is, who has the authority to pursue a case? The answer is the DA, although...

How do you think my case will play out in court?

To prove you guilty of Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, the DA will have to prove that you had "knowledge that [the bill] is forged" and...

Can a minor be charged for breaking into a locked bedroom

I agree with the other attorneys: yes it is a crime, yes she can be prosecuted, and yes you should proceed carefully before contacting the police...

I'm on felony probation for unlicensed operation e felony. I was arrested for driving, Judge wants to jail me for a yr?need help

It sounds like you have two problems: first, the new criminal charge, and second, the probation violation. Probation violations are troublesome...

Is there a time limit for a parole officer to violate your parole when you get arrested on new charge

The time limit is the end of your parole. That's the part that surprises a lot of parolees - they get arrested for a criminal charge and get...

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I'm being harassed via text message does there need to be an actual physical threat made to constitute aggravated harassment?

I practice primarily in Albany and Rensselaer Counties and am familiar with the local practice in this part of New York State. The answer is: it...

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Should my case be dismissed as part of my right to a speedy trial?

I practice in upstate NY (Rensselaer/Albany/Saratoga Counties) so I'm extremely familiar with local practice. Here's the nuts and bolts: felonies...