Do I need a lawyer ?

Public Defenders ARE attornies. Many of them are highly trained and talanted. Some of them aren't. If you qualify, I would start there. If it's...

Are the names of people accused of rape and who have submitted DNA for a rape kit public domain? Who has access to those names?

Suspects who submit to a DNA test as part of a criminal investigation may have their DNA information entered into the Combined DNA Index System...

I was traveling to Alfred NY and was pulled over on Route 17 Broome NY for Expired license and Fld due care for emerg veh stopp?

Binghamton's DAs office has an automated reduction offer system on their website. They also do traffic diversion I believe. Follow the link Mr....

Should I ask for a court appointed lawyer or a public defender from the DA’s office? Or are they the same thing?

Public Defenders and District Attorneys are not from the same office (though sometimes their offices are in the same building). You can definitely...

What are the new parole laws?

There are proposals to new parole rules, but as far as I know, nothing has passed or is in effect yet. more likely, parole hasn't gotten around to...

What should I do?

well, going back to that store would probably be a bad idea, and admitting to criminal conduct is always a bad idea. Paying for something later is...

Probably not unless the terms of your ACD specifically address traffic violations. Most of them prohibit additional penal violations and crimes,...

How can I prove on my hearing date that I didn't know y license was suspended?

Sounds like you were charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation. it is a very common charge. like any criminal charge, you do not have to prove...

Can I be emancipated at 14 in NYS?

The first step would be for you to contact the police, or CPS. Your school should be able to help you do this. If a neglect or abuse proceeding...

Caught shoplifting in target but my address on my license is changed how can I pay my debt with them?

You said your "bill". If this is a fine or Restitution from the COURT (meaning that charges were filed and a judge has ordered you to pay) then...