Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York
MIsdemeanor
What happens if you were charged on a misdemeanor such as shoplifting and was to serve 70hours of community service and didn't serve one.
Asked on 1/14/01, 1:32 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Philip Schnabel
Schnabel Law Office
Re: MIsdemeanor
Failure to comply with the Court's direction is contempt of court and may be punished as such by imposing a stiffer sentence. You should contact the Court immediately to remedy the situation and to determine if a bench warrant has been issued.
Answered on 1/30/01, 8:35 pm
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