Can I recover attorney fees from the city if I am found not guilty on criminal charges

Yes, you can fight this yourself if you want, but you're going up against somebody who's been to law school, is familiar with the rules of evidence...

Possible consequences for larceny charge under NY penal code

Neither of the other answers addressed your question - are you doing anything illegal? Yes. You're attempting to dissuade a witness in a...

The first appearance (your arraignment) is usually the time to enter a not guilty plea. If you are looking to hire an attorney, you can ask the...

I was picked up in Alameda Co. on a 484 and never arraigned.

Unfortunately, no. You have to be taken for arraignment within 2 court days after your arrest. If charges are not filed at that time, you are...

Wrongly convicted of DUI. I made a sudden turn (no priors) is there anything I can do to clear my name? I feel so wronged

I find it hard to believe you were convicted of a DUI when there were no alcohol or drugs detected. If so, there is something horribly amiss...

Sentencing on misdemeanor charges

I sincerely hope you're represented by an attorney on manslaughter charges. All of these questions should be directed to him or her. They are...

Last week I received a speeding ticket for going "48" in a 35 and no insurance. I do not beleive I was going that fast and have

If you were going over 35, even if it wasn't 48, you're still in violation. You may be eligible for traffic school or driver safety classes to...

CA criminal code, juvenile crimes

Your question, if there was going to be one, was cut off. If you're asking what to do - yes, your son needs a defense attorney that can present...

Is this a case a lawyer would take pro bono? I am currently unemployeed due to a medical illness.

If they never read you your Miranda rights, the entire case won't be thrown out. If they were required to give you the Miranda advisement but...

Can you go back to jail when you go to your court date for a first offense of embezzlement?

Not likely. Private citizens are not required to adhere to the Miranda requirements or other traditional rules the police do. If the police had...