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I AM 72 YRS OLD.I WAS VICTIM OF ASSAULT BY 2 DRUG
ADDICTS.9 MONTHS AFTER ATTACK 1 DEFENDANT AGE 36 ARRESTED.I HAVE DR REPORT
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Answered on September 13, 2015
Prosecutors have discretion to decide which crimes to prosecute and the charges to bring. If you're unhappy with the result, you can speak with the...
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Can the state police in NYS record my conversation without my consent?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
In NY, only one person needs to know the conversation is recorded. That person is usually the one making the recording.
I was recently charged with petty larceny, will this have an affect if I ever get in a custody dispute with my boyfriend?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
If this is your only offense, it will probably be "a" factor, but not the controlling factor in a custody dispute. You should speak with a family...
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Did I incriminate myself illegally?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
You weren't "in custody" during the traffic stop for the Miranda rules to apply. Next time exercise your right to silence when you're questioned by...
Defendant trying to contact/settle the plaintiff before the start of first hearing? Is it allowed or illegal? Is it safe ?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
The actual parties to a lawsuit can negotiate a settlement. The rules only prohibit lawyers from negotiating with someone represented by another...
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I got desk appearence ticket but had no opportunity to visit the court. How can I finish this case?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
Hire a lawyer & appear on the ticket. You probably have a bench warrant from 2008 that you need to clear up.
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What will happen to me if I go to the police to tell them I falsely accused my bf for domestic violence after he got arrested?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
Making a false report is crime. You should speak with a criminal defense lawyer before going any further. If what you originally told the...
Dismissed and sealed case (ACD), what happen after 7 yrs? Is the record will erase totally.
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Answered on September 13, 2015
The case will be sealed. The fact you were arrested & the case's disposition (ACD) will stay forever. However, an ACD is a dismissal, not a...
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Can Attorney General of Texas issue an arrest warrant over a citizen of New York without Attorney General of NY knowledge?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
States don't need permission from other states to issue arrest warrants. You should appear on the warrant in Texas & get that cleared up. If you...
Good defense for traffic camera ticket?
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Answered on September 12, 2015
The Law of Moses says the state needs at least two eyewitnesses to convict you. However, the law in NY says you can be convicted based on...
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