Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

If you have met with the assigned counsel and have confidence in that person then stick with them. Most assigned counsel, be they legal aid society attorneys or 18b attorneys are very experienced and qualified attorneys. If you do not have confidence in that attorney then seek out private counsel.

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Joel R. Salinger

Depending on the jurisdiction, you should be able to get an ACD with any lawyer.

Generally on a first marijuana unlawful possession your entitled to the ACD by operation of law... So no real argument needed but as to the alcohol it would not be nearlybas clear cut.

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I agree with most of the previous answers to your general question. A private attorney will spend more time and a more personal approach. Most results depend upon where the incident occured. I handle matters such as yours on a daily basis and at reasonable cost. You may contact my office @ 7188340087 for a free phone consultation.