Drug possession is a serious charge in the state of New York. The penalties of a conviction depend on several factors, including the type of drug and the amount you possessed. Fortunately, there may be an effective defense against the charges, and a drug crime lawyer can identify a strategy based on the unique facts [...]
Facing drug charges is nothing short of a traumatic experience. Although many states have relaxed marijuana laws, New York still has strict punishments for possession convictions. If you face drug charges, then one of your first calls should be to a criminal attorney. […]
New York has a reputation for police misconduct, and the state is no stranger to false arrest claims. According to the Cato Institute’s National Police Misconduct Reporting Project, police misconduct occurs almost daily in New York. Fortunately, justice is available when police behave inappropriately, and victims do not have to be physically abused in order [...]
No driver wants to face DUI charges, but driving under the influence remains one of the most common criminal offenses in New York. Even a first-time conviction can come with steep fines and time behind bars, depending on the facts of the case. […]
Both federal and state laws require sex offenders to list themselves on the Sex Offender Registry. The public can browse the Registry at will, using a simple Internet connection to find addresses, vehicles, photographs and physical descriptions of everyone listed. Because of this, many convicted sex offenders choose not to register in order to avoid [...]
Parole is an opportunity for convicts to reintegrate into society after being released from prison. During this time, it is vital that the parolee adheres to the specific terms of his or her parole. As the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision explains, there are serious consequences for parolees who fail to [...]
Most Americans are familiar with DUI awareness campaigns from advertisements that blanket TV and radio broadcasts. Unfortunately, honest people still make mistakes, and a moment’s lapse in judgment can lead to life-changing consequences. […]
A false arrest is an unacceptable infringement that cuts to the very core of the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Victims in these cases may feel powerless in their pursuit of justice. […]
Any arrest is a traumatic event, but if you have done nothing wrong or if police have violated your rights, then the matter becomes downright frustrating. Who is supposed to protect your rights if not the police? […]
With Labor Day just around the corner, New York residents are preparing for the end-of-summer festivities. While this may be one of the most enjoyable weekends of the year, it is important that partiers know how to stay safe and avoid DUI charges. […]