NY Criminal Justice System: How It Works

  • Organization: Manhattan DA
  • Date Created: Wednesday, February 23, 2022
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State Specific - NY - The criminal justice process is complex, and often can be confusing to persons not familiar with criminal law.  This arrest-to-sentence guide and legal glossary are designed to explain and clarify the criminal justice process in New York County.

Topics:
  • Understanding Discovery
  • Immigration
  • What to expect at first court date
  • Driver’s License Suspensions
  • Pretrial diversion programs
  • Hiring an attorney
  • Appearing in Court
  • Immigration consequences
  • Understanding Plea Deals
  • Your right not to testify
  • Fees and Costs
  • Consequences of conviction
  • Appeal
  • Sentencing
  • Expungement / Sealing
  • Pre-Trial Release Conditions
  • Sex Offense Registration
  • Restitution
  • Probation / Parole
  • Arraignment
  • Posting Bond or Bail