Petit Larceny 155.25 from big retail box store: would like to know options for defense (PD vs. PA) and outcome scenarios?!?

If the DA is aware of your past record, an ACD is not likely; however, I suggest you discuss everything you have mentioned here with the public...

Will shoplifting be added to my criminal record?

Were you arrested by an actual police officer, or simply detained by store security? There must be an arrest for there to be a criminal record....

Do I need a criminal lawyer?

While you are only able to get an ACD under CPL 170.56 once in your life, an experienced attorney should be able to have this reduced especially...

Hello Experts.. Guilty or not guilty which option is better!

If you plead not guilty, the court will provide you with an appearance date. If you hire a local traffic attorney, he or she will be able to appear...

Do I have meet the DA?

You do not have to meet with the DA; however, cooperating may help with plea negotiations. If you have already hired a defense attorney, he or she...

Arrested for a suspended license and then asked to take a breathalyzer in the precinct

As the other attorneys noted, there is a lot of missing information here; however, it does sound like the DWI charge may be legitimate. An office...

I got 1 dui last year and did a month. I got 2 more this year. I was arrested and bailed out. How much jail time will I get.

There are so many factors to consider to properly answer your question. For example, what were you convicted of last year with the first offense?...

It is difficult to offer a meaningful answer when you are unsure of the facts. It is possible the court has issued a warrant for your boufriend's...

It is likely the suspension will appear on your driver's abstract. I would obtain a copy of the abstract to verify. It is unlikely the DMV would...

Do I need to hire a lawyer for a DUI? Or is it ok to go with a public defender?

Private attorneys and public defenders are both licensed attorneys; however, it should be noted that a public defender is not automatically offered...