Get this "pressing charges" idea out of your head. It doesn't work that way. The witness can report the crime. The police can arrest. The DA can...

What just happened !? and is there a formula?

You have several issues here with probation, SORA compliance, and a new felony charge. You should retain a lawyer before you put yourself on the...

What possible outcomes are there if I punch someone else who hit me first?

You could be charged with Assault 3rd. If that happens, you retain a lawyer to raise a justification defense. With the right lawyer you should be...

How long do you have to serve a notice of appeal after a specified event under the CPL in New York? What is that event?

Usually it's 30 days. Almost everything is appealable, but that doesn't mean it's necessarily a good idea. You should discuss this with your...

Can he take me to court to have our babys last name changed to HIS after baby is born? What is law in terms of babys last name?

Each parent has an equal right to name the child. If you can't agree, then yes he would have legal grounds to sue you. It's anyone's guess what the...

Even if her parents are okay with the sexual activity and she says it was all consenual, can the State of New York prosecute me

She is legally incapable of consenting to sex until she turns 17. If "things happen" you can be charged with s Felony, do time in state prison,...

Can I still do something in general and what about a police report or maybe a sworn affidavit the damages are about 3000.00 ?

If you plan on suing them, file the notice of claim ASAP before the 90 day window closes.

My guess is the store clerk saw & will testify that they saw a knife. This would be corroborated by the video showing you taking something out of...

Can the judge change the sentance

Yes. You didn't hold up your end of the deal, so don't expect the judge to hold up his part of the deal. The best thing you can do is call your...

I lost my dui reasonable suspicion motion i need to see if judge was right

The best person to ask is your lawyer. If the judge's ruling was an error, you can appeal it if it's worth the risk. If you're representing...