What evidence is needed to convict someone of false imprisonment?

You wouldn't need to physically touch someone to commit false imprisonment. For example, locking someone in a room they couldn't escape would...

Is there any recourse to a plea deal if a defendant was forced into taking it?

Generally, when you plead guilty on a serious case you also waive your right to appeal the conviction. However, if the DA did not disclose things...

Caught shopflifting over $700 in a ny store. Do i hire a lawyer for the dat? What is the punishment in this case? Thanks

Shoplifting $700 would be Petit Larceny, a misdemeanor involving thefts of less than $700. $700 is a high number so the DA may not want to give you...

Can you get the date of a dat changed in ny?

The first thing you need to do is get an attorney before the court date. They can get in touch with the court and DA to see if the date can be...

No bench warrant = charges abandoned ?

Sometimes the judge looks at tickets before court and dismisses the ones that are insufficient for one reason or another. This may be what...

Somebody smashed a window and broke into my house stealing jewelry at $700 and money. What will they be sentenced with?

It really all depends on their record. The behavior you've described would amount to a burglary charge, which is a serious felony and could include...

If you're charged with disorderly conduct your lawyer may be able to get the case dismissed, that way you don't even need to worry about fines. If...

I recently got pulled over and got a ticket for DWI this is my first time getting a ticket like this I go to court for it any s

It sounds like the cops cut you a break by just giving you a ticket instead of putting you through the system. However, that doesn't effect the...

It all depends on the specific facts and circumstances in the case. No one will tell you the likelihood of winning without thorough research into...

Yes, pursuant to CPL Section 30.30 the DA must indict you within 6 months or the case gets dismissed. However, in many cases the 6 month clock...