Speeding ticket in Queens, court says no supporting deposition

Moving violations in the city are tough, the DMV courts generally don't plea bargain so getting a lawyer is actually more important than it is in...

In Brooklyn? Jail is unlikely here since it's your first offense. Focus on trying to avoid a criminal conviction that will haunt you for the rest...

Can the court make you take a mental health program? what happens if you refuse to comply?

Your attorney may be trying to get you into a program in order to get you a better plea deal. In general, if the court sentences you to a program...

Do courts in NY usually send men with 17 broken ribs to jail?

The DA likely won't care about your injuries if they were caused by you driving drunk. Every county has different policies and some would want jail...

What is the penalty for assault in third degree I

The technical maximums are mentioned by the other attorneys. However, if this is in the city or LI the odds are that without a prior criminal...

I Plead Guilty To Disordly Conduct In New York City About A Month Ago I Was Told It Was A Crime And Not A Violation

Disorderly Conduct and background checks are a murky area, there's really no easy answer. However, you should know that Disorderly Conduct in NY is...

What information is needed to prosecute someone in a criminal case?

Yes, generally as long as there is some information about when it happened the DA can go ahead. For example, let's say your home is burglarized...

Can a 17 year old be in a relationship with a 22 year old

The age of consent is 17, so it seems legal to me. You should probably verify the age though, since if they're lying and are actually younger you...

What do I say at my appearance ticket for Unlawful Possesion of Marijuana to get an ACD?

The "marijuana ACD" you may be entitled to stays open for a year, not 6 months, although it's certainly NOT a conviction. Get a good local defense...

How can I bring charges against some people who are stalking me?

Make a police report, if it's a real case they'll investigate and make an arrest if possible. If they don't take you seriously you can try going to...