Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

So I was waiting for my pizza pie to be ready they told me about 20 minutes and decided to go out side and wait sat on a bench at a park that was across the street. The park was empty not a soul in sight. About two minutes pass and a police officer walks towards me and asked how old I was and told me I couldn't be in this public park with out a a child. The officer show me the sign with its tiny print. Went to his car and didn't even gave me a chance to defend myself. I really didn't know this and still got a Summon for April 30th. I just want to know what will I expect. I just don't what to be label something disgusting o anything like that. What should I do? Pay a fine? Really hope you can help me. Thank you


Asked on 3/02/15, 1:07 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

I assume that you received a pink summons. If so, you have been charged with a misdemeanor so pleading guilty is a bad idea. I suggest that you hire a good criminal defense lawyer. You likely don't have to go to court yourself if you hire a lawyer.

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Answered on 3/02/15, 1:42 pm
Dennis OSullivan The Law Office of Dennis O'Sullivan

Unfortunately there's no simple answer- the end result will depend on any number of factors - the paperwork, the officer's narrative on the court copy, the judge who is sitting in the Arraignment part that day, and how many times you want to appear in court.

There's a good likelihood that the matter will be reduced or dismissed - if you have additional questions please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or 917 270-0539.

Dennis

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Answered on 3/02/15, 5:29 pm


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