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This girl I was dating stole my computer and other stuff. Will the police help me? Is it worth pursuing?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
Last time this was posted in Larchmont, it was your girlfriend's sister who stole your computer because she was looking up ways to poisen you. &...
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Is it legal for a law to process an accusation & convict me secretly without me knowing accusation, trial, sentencing happening?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
You have a right to be present for all court hearings after you're charged. However, if you have a problem showing up, sometimes the judge will...
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Is it legal for a judge to sentence a ridiculous type or amount of punishment, or do they have to follow per-authorized options?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
The type of crime will have it's own sentencing maximums set by statute. The judge can sentence you up to the maximum if she believes the facts &...
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Am pregnant of a 23 year old an am 16 turning 17 in december. Would he have any charges???
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Answered on October 19, 2015
Your boyfriend could face criminal charges because you legally can't consent to sex until you're 17. You parent's can't consent for you & if they...
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Arrest record expunged?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
NY doesn't expunge convictions. If you got an ACD, the case will be dismissed & sealed on the control date. However, the fact you were arrested &...
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I want to know if I was found guilty of ticket can I appeal
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Answered on October 19, 2015
You need to hire a lawyer ASAP because you only have 30 days to appeal. I think you have a legitimate issue if the judge denied your request to...
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Some girl claims how she was sexually assaulted by me at a party. I didn't. She says the proof is how she saw me. Is this legal?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
Her testimony - if believed - is enough to convict you. You need to hire a defense lawyer & also see if any witnesses are still available.
My Neighbor Uses Chemical Odor to Harass Me And My Family. Is This A Criminal Case?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
This doesn't sound criminal - unless they're cooking meth in there.
You can contact a civil lawyer about filing a nuisance claim.
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Will she go to jail?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
If it's a civil summons, the worst that can happen is they get a default judgment. It's unlikely the store will try to collect because it will cost...
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Can I get four months for absconding probation, if I turn myself in?
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Answered on October 19, 2015
You could get resentenced to the balance of your jail term. You should retain a lawyer to review your case & identify any mitigating circumstances....
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