Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

Daughter was out shopping with "friends". Leaving store they were detained and the other girls has unpaid merchandise on them. My daughter was on camera in store holding merchandise but no unpaid merchandise on her after exiting but she got arrested and charged same as the other girls. Why? And officer told her she didn't need a lawyer, is this true?


Asked on 10/17/15, 11:52 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

She is being charged under an acting in concert theory. The Police Officer is wrong. ... she needs a lawyer. There may be a way to get the case dismissed and sealed. Feel free to contact me if you wish to retain counsel.

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Answered on 10/17/15, 1:28 pm
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

In as much as she was charged, there ys a need to ensure the protection of her future & her rights. Hf financially possible I suggest you retain a competent criminal defense attorney. You may contact my office @ 718-834-0087 for a free phone consultation.

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Answered on 10/17/15, 5:40 pm
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

In as much as she was charged, there is a need to ensure the protection of her future & her rights. If financially possible I suggest you retain a competent criminal defense attorney. You may contact my office @ 718-834-0087 for a free phone consultation.

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Answered on 10/17/15, 5:42 pm


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