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Violations Summons

My son was walking in a NYC public park after hours last night. He was stopped by the NYC Park Enforcement Officer who gave him a citation for being in the park when it was closed. Becuase my was a little ''cheeky'' with the officer, he was handcuffed and taken into the local precinct. My son didn't cheerfully and free give the officer his second hand to be cuffed; however, he was not abusive or anything of the such.

Once there, he was told he would be given three summons: 1) Trespassing; 2) Failure to comply with park sign; and 3) Failre to comply with Officer.

Here are my three questions:

1) My son was not asked to sign the summons. Are they valid?

2) He was not given a copy of the summons. What happens now?

3) Isn't trespassing and failure to comply with park signs (Park Closed/Do Not Enter) is that redundant? This seems like giving someone a speeding ticket and also a ticket for failing to comply with the speed limit sign. Correct me if I am mistaken.

Your advice is most welcomed.


Asked on 8/03/07, 3:53 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Steven Czik CZIK LAW PLLC

Re: Violations Summons

Signatures on Summonses in NYC are not required and there is a very good chance of having most of the charges either dismissed or reduced if he has no prior criminal reThis area of law is our specialty, 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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Answered on 8/05/07, 3:09 pm
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

Re: Violations Summons

#1 the summons are not required to be signed.#2 How do you know the specifics of the charges without a copy of the summon's? #3That is a defense to be argued before the Judge.I handle matters such as these on a daily basis, so please call my office @7188340087 for a free phone consultation. It is very likely a very good "plea-bargain" can be negotiated.

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Answered on 8/04/07, 2:35 pm


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