My 16 year old son is being charged with Attempted GANG ASSAULT 1ST DEGREE C Felony the bail was set at $25,000 will it go lower

I very sorry to hear that son has been arrested. I know you must be very worried about him. I hope the following information is of some use to you....

What is the best course of action for a second degree robbery, first degree breach of peace, limited finances to get a lawyer?

Crimes are prosecuted by state not the private entity that was the alleged victim. The person should plead not guilty and assert their right to...

Dear Attorney: I am licensed in NY state to drive a vehicle, however I received a Traffic Offense 39:4-67 in

You are correct that New York will not record the conviction on your New York record. I doubt your insurance carrier will surcharge you but...

I'm being charged for felony vehicular assault is there anyway around it for a lesser charge?

In order for you to be found guilty of Vehicular Assault in the 2nd Degree, the People are required to prove, from all the evidence in the case,...

Attorney charged too much?

The fee you were charged generally sounds consistent with fee or rate of fee, customarily charged in Albany for legal services of a comparable or...

What would be the outcome of missing 2 days of probation

Your bother's lawyer would be in the best position to advise your bother on the potential outcome of his VOP and whether he is looking at jail...

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How much time? charged with two counts of felony possession of drugs with a prior non-violent b felony and violation of parole.

This question cannot be answered without more information. For example, there are five degrees of felony drug possession ranging from a D felony to...

I was stoped for DWAI 07 First time offence. Can I avoid getting my license suspended and or get the charges thrown out/reduced?

An ignition interlock device is not mandated in DWAI cases.

I was stoped for DWAI 07 First time offence. Can I avoid getting my license suspended and or get the charges thrown out/reduced?

The prosecutor should not move for immediate suspension of your driver's license and you should not require a hardship license because the...

Hello. I have 2 dismissed cases and 1 youthful offender and PG to 240.20. What state agencies can reopen these sealed cases?

I suggest that you read "How to Get and Clean Up Your New York Rap Sheet" which can be found at:...