Criminal matter

They can and will use the history in deciding on a plea offer. They may be able to use it as evidence in the new case, depending on the circumstances.

Do I need a Lawyer for this violation on the date of Court or can I represent myself?

You certainly CAN represent yourself, but it's never a smart move. A good lawyer may be able to get the case dismissed for a basis that would never...

Short answer: yes, the fighters can be charged. Whether or not they'd get a record depends on the severity of injuries and the defendant's age. If...

Even if it's technically legal (and I'm not saying it is), it's a stupid thing to do. I know that NY has a law called Endangering the Welfare of a...

Anyone with a New York State Identification Number (NYSID) has a rap sheet. You get a NYSID number when you're printed by a government agency,...

Depending on where the case is pending, you could get all the discovery at one of the first court appearances, or you may have to wait for your...

Class B misdemeanor 21 y.o. case can you opt to pay fine? can the case be Seal off your criminal record to get a job?

The likely results will depend on whether she had an open case or she had pled guilty. If the case was still open at her last appearance, unless...

Who should I contact regarding my case?

You should contact the agency your public defender worked for, they should have another attorney to speak to you. If they don't, you may have to...

If my arrest was supposed to be expunged, can I petition to have the arrest blotter taken down offline?

It was likely expunged from court records and your rap sheet, but the criminal courts can't control what was already on the internet.

Yes you can get an ACD on both of these. And as long as each DAs office doesn't know about the other case, the odds are pretty decent.