My 15 year old daugther was caught shoplifting. A lawyer representing the store wanted us to pay $475.00.

I completely agree with Mr. Lieberman. The attorneys for the store may continue to send you letters demanding payment and will start adding...

What is the typical sentence for someone who sold a gun to an under cover cop in New York city?

Even though the case has been pending for two years, it does not mean that there will not be a conviction at some point. Has the case been...

I recently shoplifted from a Waldbaums. I am only 16 and my brother came to pick me up and I was released. What will happen?

Based on the information you presented, I would say that if the store did not contact the police at the time you were caught shoplifting, it's a...

Grand Larceny in the First Degree is a class "B" felony. A person is guilty of Grand Larceny in the First Degree if he steals property and the...

Will the state of NY give me a lawyer since i was caught shopliffting?

When you return to court on the DAT, you will either be offered some sort of plea or the case will be sent to criminal court for another...

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Is it a crime to fail to clean up a bunch of papers?

It depends where you leave the mess. If it is on a street, you would most likely get a summons. Can you provide more information?

If probation is givin a year in jail can u fight to get less time in jail?

I agree with Mr. Joseph. The decision is really up to the judge, so I also recommend getting letters from employers, family, friends, drug...

Vindictive prosecution?

I agree with Mr. Lieberman. It really depends on the facts of the case - the prosecutor could be bluffing, or not. It's something that you need...

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I am looking for an expierenced criminal defense attorney, suggestions?

Hi, I would be happy to consult with you about your brother-in-law's case. I have been practicing criminal law for almost 19 years, first as an...