What penalties can I expect to face for a chemical refusal in ny?

I hope you didn't waive the DMV hearing at your first court appearance. If not, find out when it is & hire a lawyer for it ASAP. Those hearings are...

What can I expect?

The case law requires them to test the alleged controlled substance. If that's not done, the case can be dismissed. You'll need a lawyer to file...

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My criminal history includes ONLY 1 item: 240.20 violation -- Can I honestly sign the form DOH-65 (see personal affirmation).

PL 240.20 (disorderly conduct) is a violation - not a misdemeanor or felony. This means you can affirm the above statement that you've never been...

What to say in court for selfdefense? Will i need a lawyer? Whats the worst that can happen?

You need a lawyer. If you plead guilty to trespassing that will follow you for the rest of your life and mess up career & college prospects. If you...

Should I sign the papers?

The officer probably wants you to go down to the station so they can squeeze a confession out of you or charge you with more crimes. If you see the...

I live in a basement aptmt and my landlord sold the house; the new family wants the 1st and bsmt floors. What are our options?

Like Mr. Smollens said, they have to give you one full calendar month's notice to evict you. Just hope & pray they don't serve you until tomorrow...

I was charged with a disorderly conduct

If the disorderly conduct was "reduced" from a misdemeanor I'm guessing you took it as part of a plea deal - in which case it would be a...

Driving to Canada with an open misdemeanor warrant in Florida.

It's a bad idea to have any contact with law enforcement with an open warrant - this includes border patrol. The warrant will likely show up & you...

You should hire a local lawyer to take care of this for you. It might cost a few hundred dollars, but your lawyer should be able to get it reduced....

Does my girlfriend need a defense attorney?

I'm surprised they arrested her & set bail on a Pettit Larceny. Does she have a criminal history? If this is her first charge, a lawyer should be...