how can i find out about my status pertaing to reentering n.y. i was still under probation for a criminal dwi in suffolk county n.y. i miss ny
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how can i find out about my status pertaing to reentering n.y. i was still under probation for a criminal dwi in suffolk county n.y. i miss ny
who do i contact? i now live in costa rica. i will soon have all my papers from c.r. i have been here for 5yrs. please help me
Asked on May 23, 2009 under Criminal Law, New York
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
At this point there is most probably a bench warrant that has been issued for your arrest. And warrants do not expire. You need to hire a NY criminal attorney, preferably one in Suffolk County. He will have contacts in the court system there and will be able to arrange for the most beneficial deal.
Breaking probation is a serious offense but if you try to handle this now it will go better for you. You don't want to come back and get picked up for this. In fact, I wouldn't even try to enter the country without speaking to your attorney first.
Good luck.
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