Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

when i was 17, i had stolen a bicycle from an individual and was charged with larceny over $250. does this make me a felon?


Asked on 2/23/10, 4:24 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Christopher B. Coughlin Coughlin Law Group, PC

It depends. If you we're convicted (an actual guilty finding), then yes. If you received a continuance without a finding (cwof) and made it through your probation and the case was eventually dismissed, then no.

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Answered on 2/28/10, 4:28 pm
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

If unsure whether you received a guilty finding which would be a felony conviction or a continuance without a finding that was ultimately dismissed, which would not be a conviction, file a request for your CORI, your criminal record. Consult with an attorney if it was a conviction which you now wish to seek to have revised and revoked. Good Luck!

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Answered on 2/28/10, 8:58 pm
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

you can always seek to have the case sealed.

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Answered on 3/01/10, 8:11 am


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