You should discuss this with your lawyer. You don't want to be seen as leaving the jurisdiction. Your lawyer can bring up your travel plans to the...

Shoplifting

It sounds like you have a solid defense. You should hire a defense attorney to get that video & negotiate with the ADA.

Does non-judicial punishment threaten my chance at Bar admission?

First, congrats on getting through law school & passing the bar! As far as the C&F interview, full disclosure is the key. The C&F committee...

What are the laws of age of consent

Anyone under 17 is legally incapable of consenting to sex in NY. So if the dating involves sex, the 18 year old could be charged with sexual...

Does pre-conviction suspension in a DWAI ruling count towards the mandatory 90 day suspension?

The clock for the 90-day suspension starts running at sentencing. You won't get a credit for the suspension while your case was pending.

Can I expunge my record

NY does not expunge convictions. It's possible to file a CPL 440 motion to vacate the conviction, but they're tough to get granted. Then, even if...

Is it possible to appeal a conviction that is very old?

Your friend can hire a lawyer to file a CPL 440 motion. CPL 440 motions are tough, but it's possible.

What would happen if I don't bring in my completion letter from a drug an alcohal program to court

If you don't bring the letter in, you could get violated & re-sentenced. If you completed the program, go to court & give the letter to you...

Can a 28 year old female be with a 16 1/2 year old male without sexual contact?

In NY, anyone under 17 is legally incapable of consenting to sex. If a 28 year old has sex with a 16 year old it would be sexual misconduct - a...

Is the dismissed and sealed case (ACD) can show up even if 15 yrs old already are the law enforcers and FBI still keep it?

The fact you were arrested & charged with a crime will always be there. Fortunately for you the ACD means your case was dismissed. The FBI already...