Why? Ask your representative. On the flip side, why should a person convicted of something as dangerous as drunk driving be permitted to drive at...

I got a auo in the second and I had to post bail of $600 what are the chances ill be going to jail?

Really it depends on how the local prosecutor treats suspended licenses, the reason for your suspension, and many other factors. I would say the...

If a 17 yr old i having sex with a 19 yr old, after the 17 year old turns 18 can their parents still press charges for the child

Here is some general legal knowledge. Civilians don't press charges, the prosecutor does. Civilians can file police reports and the police will...

Refusing to testify against son. I've been subpeoned and the stress of it all has had me in 2 different mental health hospitals

Talk to the prosecutor. Unfortunately there is no privilege against testifying against your son. So if the prosecutor really wants to play...

I am 24 years of age and I just read a forum that spoke about 17 year olds in NY can engage in sexual activity with an adult.

The legislature makes the laws so ask your representative about reasons why laws exist, but yes the age of consent in NY for sex is 17. You can...

No one can tell the future but my guess would be yes. People tend to think that parents that use illegal drugs can be bad for the wellbeing of the...

I hit my girlfriend in the face with a lamp, no pun intended and they over overcharged me with assault with a deadly weapon

Wow I would really see if AVVO can take down this post. You know this is a public forum right? I doubt simply paying restitution will alone make...

If someone lies on a police report can it be used as evidence later?

Police reports cannot be used as evidence but can be used to impeach witnesses on the stand. If charged with a crime, get an attorney.

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When a defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge/offence. Is the original charge still in the defendant's paperwork/ file?

Yes it will be known what the original charge was. That doesn't mean it can be used against him necessarily but yes the parole board will know, the...

Why my speeding (71/50) ( Queens, NY) ticket got dismissed ?

Of course it's a good thing. Why it happened is anyone's guess. Maybe the officer retired and no one can testify? Could be many reasons.