If I had an ACD for a misdemeanor as a teenager, and now face a domestic violence misdemeanor assault, can I get another ACD?

The only situation where you're only allowed one ACD once is with respect to marijuana cases, and even then it's not a bright-line rule that can...

Can I get convicted for petit larceny in this case? i was working as a cashier and my supervisor told me the items were paid for

If your supervisor is willing to testify that you had no idea what was happening and were just doing as you were told, there's a good chance a...

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I have an open marihuana acd and was caught with one Zanex witch half was crushed up. what can I expect worse case

Since your ACD was is still open when you got the new arrest, the DA technically has the right to re-open the original marijuana case. Most of the...

Do you get one chance to reschedule court ordered community service in Brooklyn the same way they do it in Queens?

Generally yes, especially if you have a legitimate excuse. Just make sure not to miss your next court date. Keep in mind that nothing is...

Friend gets caught shoplifting, I got charged

Ask a Canadian attorney. Unless a NY attorney is also licensed there, which is uncommon, nothing they say to you should be given any weight.

When it comes to minor cases like those seen in traffic court and the like, attorneys often discuss potential plea deals that clients are willing...

If two people both underneath the age of consent but older than eleven have sex, is it illegal?

Technically, yes. Since a person under 17 cannot legally consent to sex in NY, having sex with them would be considered "Sexual Misconduct" under...

It happens in some jurisdictions more than others, but it's certainly not uncommon. I find it best to have some time in between to review the...

3030 appeal

The phrase "30.30 motion" implies that your case is still open, so if that's the situation then we're not really talking about an appeal. If your...

NYC 165.40

What are they offering a guilty plea to exactly? If 165.40, that sounds like the top count, which means the judge could give you a better sentence....