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If a homicide detective came into your home and asked questions and wanted you to go to the precinct for more questions, is it mandatory to go?

Under no circumstances should you go to the precinct and speak with the police …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Who do I contact for an address change regarding a theft charge against me?

You have asked a few questions, so I will take them one at a …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

After a record is expunged must I disclose that I was ever charged/convicted?

To "expunge" a record means to erase it, although truly it is never erased …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 years ago

What happens if I get a subpoena but don't show up in court?

A subpoena is a legal document that obligates a person to appear in court.   …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago

Must we co-operate with the police if I filed a report that I was assaulted by an unknown person but they suspect domestic violence?

The police have a right to perform investigations of crimes that they believe were …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago