15 Days. Harassment 2nd is not a crime. Its a violation.

Why is a polygraph test used in the state of new York

Many reasons. While they aren't admissible as evidence in court, they are still used as an investigatory tool

CCan my kids be taken away if I violate a court order?

Yes your children can potentially be taken if you violate a court order.

Could my sister drop charges for a petty larceny? Even if I don't go back to court

Its not up to your sister. Its up to the DA. Do not simply skip court as a warrant will be issued for your arrest.

Permit / First Ticket / 85 in a 65 / Cant afford lawyer - attorney?

- The prosecutor/judge will likely allow your parent to go up with you given your age. - Yes your permit is at risk. - Up to the prosecutor. ...

How can I get the footage from being pulled over?

You can either try and subpoena it or you could try a FOIL request. This is assuming the car was actually equipped with video.

I'm on parole and I was with a friend while shoplifting. He doesn't want me to goto jail so he's taking my charge. Will it work?

Maybe. Him taking the fall doesn't preclude you from being charged. Perhaps surveillance tapes show a different story.

Can you deny a sentence and get it decreased on your next court date?

You don't get to deny a sentence. You can turn down a plea offer, but not a sentence. If you turn down a plea offer, you might get a better offer...

Can a cop pull me over and charge me for DWI if he didn't see the traffic violation?

Well they did it so yes they can. Whether or not there's legal issues with your case requires a much more in depth assessment. You've been...

A 16 yr old boy got my 15 yr old daughter pregnant what can i do about statutory rape charges in new york?

Well its not rape because of the age difference, but it is illegal what happened. This would be sexual misconduct, which is an A misdemeanor. In...