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Dear Ms. Kabi:
what your ex-boyfriend did is not just morally reprehensible, but also a serious crime. There were many people in need... Read Answer
The prosecutor has complete access to the person's criminal history. The key to successful representation for shoplifting is working closely with the... Read Answer
Has the person been charged and convicted and served the sentence for the crime ? If not, the prosecutor in the county where the crime occurred is in... Read Answer
You should not go to jail. However, you should go a step farther and see if you can avoid a criminal conviction. You do not want a criminal record.... Read Answer
The key to the answer is the circumstances. Had you already pled guilty ? If you had entered the guilty plea on the record, then 'retracting' the... Read Answer
Prosecution controls the investigation of a potential crime. Prosecution has broad latitude to act and to seize vehicles or weapons or records. We... Read Answer
The key is working with the NJ prosecutor to determine the validity of the charges and the prosecutor's desire to move forward. You will need... Read Answer
The key is getting into the Pretrial Intervention program. You can use the 'facts' about the money differences to your benefit with the prosecutor.... Read Answer
I beleive we may have previously responded to this question. The proper answer would require a review of the Adult Presentence Report which sets... Read Answer
You need to have your attorney work with the employer asap to mitigate the consequences to you. You want to avoid a criminal conviction. Please call... Read Answer
You would be eligible fpr parole after serving approximately one-third of the sentence, with credit for 'good behavior'. We work closely with clients... Read Answer
The key is the reason for the warrants. What is the basis for the warrants ? We have done a client who had 10 warrants in 10 different locations. We... Read Answer
You shuld be clear. We can obtian your Criminal Case History to see if there is any arrest record. The cost is $100. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext... Read Answer
We need to review the charges and prior history of your brother and the plea offers made and the detention hearing record to provide a proper answer.... Read Answer
The prosecutor will require guilty pleas and sentences for both parties before anyone will be released. The prosecutor will not take the chance on... Read Answer
You must remain drug free during your period of conditional discharge. While you are waiting, you could obtain a medical marijuana card. This will... Read Answer
We can rub an official background check on your girlfriend to determine if Krol is noted. We can also check to determine if other people have Krol... Read Answer
You must respond to any and all requests from probation and/or the court and put in writing precisely what was said and what was required. You need a... Read Answer
Your son's attorney will have the complete file including the police reports and the presentence report. What are the issues ? please let us know if... Read Answer
I believe i answered this question. We have just completed a similar case. We looked carefully at the circumstances of the NY diversion and spoke... Read Answer
You should immediately address the warrant with the court to avoid arrest. What was the original charge ? Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq.... Read Answer
The officer could charge you with obstruction if you do not provide identification. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
You can probably get the charge reduced to a municipal ordinance, but will be ordered that you cannot retirn to the store from which you... Read Answer
I would use an attorney to speak with the police and advise you accordingl. What happened ? Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
I may have answered this question. You must negotiate both the sentence and the credit for time served in jail as part of the plea bargain. We can... Read Answer