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In a NY high profile case can a person be convicted of a 2nd degree murder if none of the evidence points to him ?
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Answered on June 28, 2010
In order to be convicted of a crime in NY, the prosecutor must produce evidence to corroborate the statement of an accomplice. So, without a...
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Should i accept charges reduced from felony to misdemeanor or go to grand jury for justice? Also How would it affect H1B visa?
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Answered on June 28, 2010
I agree with my colleague. If you are not guilty, why would you plead guilty? Before you do anything, however, I would strongly suggest...
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Would an A Misdemeanor affect your records? I live in Nassau,NY
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Answered on June 25, 2010
I agree with my colleagues that you must have a lawyer to assist you with this case. Nothing will happen to you when you go to court, unless you...
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How to skip a pretrial misdemenour theft
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Answered on June 23, 2010
It is definitely possible to resolve the matter on the first court date. As my colleagues have pointed out, the resolution depends on the value of...
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Statuatory law
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Answered on June 23, 2010
The age of consent in NY is 17, so in terms of a claim of statutory rape, you are fine. The rest of my answer depends on what the other person is...
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Is it legal in New york for a 17 year old to date and/or have intercourse with a 19 year old going to be 20?
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Answered on June 23, 2010
Enjoy your life. 17 is the age of consent in NY.
I live in nassau county and got caught for petit larceny, what would be the out come, since this is the first time it happen to
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Answered on June 23, 2010
Petit Larceny is a class "A" misdemeanor and carries a maximum sentence of one year in jail. The outcome would depend on the value of the item...
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How can i find an 18-B lawyer
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Answered on June 22, 2010
An 18-B attorney is a private attorney who is appointed by the court to represent someone who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Unfortunately,...
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Can anything happen to my friend if the employees and a store clerk saw her shoplifting but she put the items back?
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Answered on June 21, 2010
Based on the information you provide, the answer to your question is yes, technically the store could contact the police and have your friend...
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Is it common to get a private probation report done after a guilty verdict at trial?
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Answered on June 20, 2010
What you can do is retain a "mitigation specialist" who specializes in preparing pre-sentence reports. It is ususally a social worker or...
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