What does it mean when a record is sealed? who has access to the records?

Sealing means no one without statutory authority to do so may access your record without a court order.

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You aren't even admitted yet, and are wondering if you will get caught if you do not self-report your prior criminal involvement which is required...

While they are able to demand and sue for a multiple of the value of the stolen item, even though recovered, they cannot make their reporting the...

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I recently got a ticket for smoking marijuana in public

Use a lawyer. No jail time likely.

You most likely fit into the "must deport" category if you are convicted. Hire a criminal defense attorney with a history of defending non-citizens.

Do I need to worry and hire an attorney?

Anytime you are not a citizen and have been arrested, you should hire counsel, especially since apparently you had misdemeanor weight and can be...

Not unheard of, but a savvy defense attorney can wedge time in between.

Am I allowed to shoot my daughter's boyfriend if he comes through the window?

Only if you've always wished to be a murder defendant in a trial.

Speeding ticket

Both Oregon and New York are members of both the Drivers License Compact (DLC) and Non-Resident Violator Compact (NRVC), which means that minor and...

How long & whats the process is re: transferring probation from NY to NC (felony)?

Typically, if the local PO is in agreement, application is made to the destination state to determine if they will agree to take you as a...