Can I apply for jobs?... I was recently arrested on a Petty Larceny Charge and i got an ACD (NYC)

You have not been convicted of anything. You have been arrested. You have a pending case that is expected to be dismissed soon. Most employers...

What kind of felony is a federal charge

The federal offense for possessing that amount of powder cocaine with intent to distribute is indeed a felony, with a 5-year mandatory minimum...

What are the factors involved which make white collar crime less punishable than blue collar crime?

The question's premise reflects a popular misconception, but one that was quite accurate not too many years ago. Check out this article for more...

Can i still go on vacation

Just make sure you're in court on the day you're supposed to be there. A DAT doesn't restrict travel before the court date. This is offered for...

Arrested with DAT

Pleading guilty means you don't go to trial. But that is not the only way out. It sounds like you were given a desk appearance ticket (though you...

The Virginia code does speak to using your turn signal (see § 46.2-848), as well as safe lane changing (e.g., § 46.2-804 and § 46.2-838). You...

What is the average overturn/new trial rate for the criminal misdemeanor appeal?

The overwhelming majority of criminal appeals do not succeed. The issues on appeal are rarely about guilt or innocence, but instead about whether...

Whats the legal consent in new york? and is it her conent?

If she is 17 or older, she is able to give her own consent, so it wouldn't be criminal. (If she was olny 16, however, and he was 21 or older, it...

My husband may be charged w aggravated animal assualt

If you expect criminal charges to be brought, it can often be a good idea to get a defense attorney beforehand. They might be able to negotiate...

N-400 question 21

It might. One might argue that the question is really just about whether you've been sentenced to jail, but it is worth it to quibble? You're...