Buying a judgement

You can probably assume that if someone is willing to sell the judgment at a discounted rate, they are having trouble collecting on it, or they...

What am I looking at for punishment if police found 3 oxycodone pills in my car? I'm a first time offender in New York State

For a 220.03 with no prior record, you are probably a prime candidate for an ACD, but on the other hand you do face up to a year in jail. An...

What will happen if i am charged with a class a misdemeanor for criminal michief , tampering with a phone.

You cannot get this dropped on you own. Your best option is to have your lawyer obtain a signed waiver of prosecution from your wife that can be...

I was told in Buffalo NY traffic court that the cops do not have to provide proof of radar gun testing. Is this true

You are correct. Generally, the police, especially state troopers, will not bring the radar certificate with them to the hearing, and if the...

If you are thinking about pleading guilty only because you cannot make it to the court date, you should strongly consider hiring a local traffic...

Is a (leasing) repair breach and the resulting utility bill the responsibility of the tenant or the landlord?

If you already moved out, it's probably best to put this whole thing behind you and move forward. You can no longer withhold rent, and without...

Should I seek attorney in New York or Georgia.

In whichever state the actions that caused the injury will be alleged to have occurred.

If I was treated with cruel punishment in a county jail before being convicted, can I get my sentence reduced?

No, your sentence is entirely separate from any conduct that may occur while incarcerated. A writ of habeas corpus is not the appropriate remedy...

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If there are two offenders, why does only one have to come up with the entire restitution amount?

Direct victim restitution is generally joint and several, meaning all are responsible for making sure the full amount is paid so it is ensured the...

Friend of mine is arrested in new York for possession of a barrel of Ar i think. how serious are his charges?

An illegal AR-15 barrel? I believe under the new gun laws here, it's a Class A misdemeanor to just possess a weapon that's banned under the law. ...