Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York
I received a 140.05 trespassing ticket last night. I am 17 years old, and I was wondering if I had to appear in court with a parent or not
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I received the same question just yesterday. Some Judges require a parent when the defendant is a minor,some do not. If money is not an issue you would best be served by having a retained criminal defense attorney protect your rights and interests. You may contact my office @7188340087 for more info.
You may go to court alone. In the eye of the criminal justice system you are an adult.
You should not expect jail time, but it would be highly recommended to have an experienced lawyer with you defending you and preserving your rights in court. It would also greatly increase the chance of lowering the charges or possible dismissal. We have substantial experience handling these types of cases and reasonable fees, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.
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