Does accepting a plea automatically give up my right to appeal?

The right to appeal is yours but more and more prosecutors are requiring defendants to give up that right pursuant to plea agreements. There...

Does my criminal record from California show up in New York?

If you concerned about a conviction that should have been sealed or expunged showing up on your New York criminal history, my advice is to contact...

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR A FELONY TO BE WIPED OFF YOUR NAME?

I agree that the conviction is permanent unless you can get it vacated on appeal or post-conviction motion. A conviction becomes final ninety (90)...

My car was seized by the police during an arrest. Can i get it back? If so how much will it cost?

First of all, do not make admissions related to your case on the internet. You have provided enough facts here and a location for the local...

The New York Court of Appeals has held that It is not an assault under the New York Penal Law to place someone at intentional risk of HIV...

The only speed that matters is the speed in zone charged. 15mph over the limit is 4 points on your license. Most courts now have a special...

My "Top Charge" in my case is a Criminal Trespass 2nd degree. I have no prior arrest record, will I serve jail time?

Not likely. Your attorney will try to get a non-criminal disposition and sealing,

Have been reading the news? Anyone can get a gun.

A conviction that is alcohol-related or is for driving while impaired by drugs (DWI or DWAI) remains on a driver record for exactly 10 years. If a...

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If a person has been found guilty in city

When a defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge and is directed to return to court for sentencing, the judge usually tells the defendant that he...