Should I use a public defender? or hire a lawyer?

Public defenders are very capable attorneys. The main problem with public defenders is that they have an unbelievably high caseload which simply...

Marijuana Paraphernalia confiscated, no citation issued, when do I seek council?

It sounds as though you were simply searched for contraband before entering a concert and the only consequence was that you had to turn it over. ...

What should I do about a particular citation?

First of all, you should stop making admissions about you being wrong on a public forum. Police can easily find your post and use it against...

What should I do I just got notified that I am being charged with simple assault but I never hit or threatened anyone?

You should stop making admissions on a public forum first of all. Then you should immediately hire an attorney to handle this matter for you. He...

Will he most likely get reinstated or have to serve a lot of time?

The answer to your question will depend on a number of factors not present in your facts. Regardless, your "friend" will need to hire an attorney...

The 401 charge is simply driving an unregistered vehicle (You never registered it.) The 512 charge is driving while the registration is suspended...

First offense shoplifting? 18 years old, first time I'm in trouble with the law

You should ask the judge for a court appointed lawyer and if you qualify you will receive one. However, theft convictions can be a real pain...

Is it possible to get off of federal probation papers earlier than the time given?

This is something that you should bring up with your probation officer. If you have been as compliant as you say, it is at least a reasonable...

Since NY does not have an expungment statute, I doubt that the 3 misdemeanor convictions have been cleared off your record. You will be able to...

Felons do not have the right to vote can they sue the government for taxes since they can't vote?

Felons are represented. They just can't choose who represents them. There are only two sure things in life. Death and taxes. They still have to...