Scared, take the plea deal? menacing a police officer, assault, 2nd, criminal possession of a weapon, 3rd, and obstructing gove

Yes, this is another situation that requires careful review by an experienced criminal defense attorney. AVVO provides a great service for people...

On a Plea Deal, Can we contest sentencing On a 9 year old DUI on the plea?

I agree. This is a serious matter with insufficient facts where your liberty may be at stake. You need to sit down with an experienced criminal...

Can I be issued a ticket for k2 possession in NY?

Synthetic cannabis is a schedule I controlled substance under federal law and was banned by the Governor in New York last year. The NYS Department...

Can a person be given an,A.C.D without being coherent?

I have not researched this but I would guess that an ACD cannot be approved by the court without the knowing, voluntary and intelligent consent of...

DO I NEED A LAWYER FOR A DOT WITH NO PRIORS FOR A 1/10 AMOUNT OF POSSISION OF COCAIN IN BROOKLYN NEW YORK?

How much is your job and teaching license worth? Get real and find a good lawyer who has experience with DOE or OPD licensing issues and protecting...

I'm an indigent defendant found guilty of a crime. Should the direct appeal fail, I want to be prepared for the next appeal.

I sympathize with your situation and direct appeals can take years. You need to speak to an experienced appellate/post conviction attorney in the...

Can u still enter a motion for rule 29 after the 14 days has passed from getting a guilty verdict??

If your husband is dissatisfied with CJA counsel, hire a private attorney to handle the sentencing and appeal. While it is almost certain that...

First make sure you were convicted of a crime and not the traffic violation of driving while ability impaired by alcohol [VTL 1192(1)]. If it is a...

Should i get an attorney for a dwi charge?

Yes I agree, you need an attorney and may be able to get the charges dismissed depending on the amount of time elapsed and what their proof of...

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My brother in law was wrongfully convicted of robbery and sentence to 25 years of jail. he was not at the scene. what to do?

He needs to have his attorney file his notice of appeal right away in the Appellate Division, Second Department if the trial took place in Nassau...