An ACD will never be considered a criminal conviction. It should not come up on a criminal record check. However, it will likely come up when...

Husband being refused parole transfer from Brooklyn back upstate.

Parole officers have a huge amount of discretion. I agree with the previous comments. You can call him and ask what the status is, how long these...

Is a prosecutor supposed to reveal negative info to the defense regarding one of their witnesses?

The prosecutor must turn over exculpatory material to the defense. See Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 (1963). The prosecutor does not have to call...

Will a misdemeanor warrant keep you from going on cruise?

It is possible that you are rearrested when you return. You should take care of the warrant.

I was arrested 2xs in 2 weeks, over 1 yrs ago. The ADA, and DA., both agreed, all charges dismissed. Judge granted the motion.

You should get all your paperwork and consult a lawyer. Without additional information such as the initial criminal charge no one can answer your...

Is the Petty Theft consider as a criminal offense even the case is dismissed and sealed

Petit larceny is a crime in NY. If the case is dismissed then it does not become a criminal conviction. If you pled guilty to petit larceny then it...

It sounds like it means the date in which the person was released on the earlier case but without knowing the details cannot be sure.

What is life will happen in the future after you caught shoplifitng, dismissed and sealed after 6 months (ACD).

For most people an ACD will have very little to no impact on your life. With an ACD after the six month period the case is dismissed. it is not a...

My criminal history includes ONLY 1 item: 240.20 violation -- Can I honestly sign the form DOH-65 (see personal affirmation).

PL 240.20 is a violation and not a crime. If that is your only conviction you do not have a misdemeanor or felony conviction and have not been...