Did you know that the state of New York has specific government initiatives designed to prevent domestic violence? The state is vocally committed to preventing domestic violence and helping victims through a sophisticated system of shelters, hotlines, intervention,...
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Month: March 2017
Minor shoplifting charges can quickly become serious
When people think of someone shoplifting, they often imagine someone taking something without paying, leaving a store and then almost immediately being stopped by security guards and forced to return the stolen property. They imagine the entire situation being over in...
2 men accused of marijuana possession
On March 22, two New York men were taken into police custody and charged with multiple offenses after authorities observed marijuana in their vehicle. They were ultimately charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs in addition to...
Accused of shoplifting? You do not deserve to be assaulted.
What happens to defendants who are accused of stealing from a retail store? If you have heard about a shoplifting defendant who was harmed during a "takedown" by a retail employee, you are not alone - but is that kind of treatment really legal? The fact is that too...
3 men sentenced for growing marijuana
On March 16, three New York men were sentenced on felony charges after they were accused of being in possession of more than 13 pounds of marijuana. The three individuals were identified as a 27-year-old Lafayette resident, a 33-year-old Syracuse resident and a...
Do police body cameras translate to increased accountability?
There has been a push in recent years for police to be armed with an unexpected weapon: body cameras. These cameras, supporters argue, will help protect police against allegations of brutality while also better ensuring that the public they serve can trust these...
What is an ignition interlock used for in a DWI conviction?
What happens if you are required to have an ignition interlock installed in your vehicle after a drunk driving conviction? In the state of New York, many drivers have to deal with the ignition interlock system, since it has been mandatory for DWI convictions since...
Woman accused of drunk driving and fleeing the scene
A New York woman was accused of being involved in a hit and run on March 1. The incident occurred in Watertown at about 11:21 p.m. Authorities received reports of an accident that occurred in Public Square and of two women leaving the scene. When officers responded,...
Hernandez attorneys: Drug use may play role in criminal defense
Former New England Patriot's football player Aaron Hernandez may attempt to introduce controversial evidence about drug use into his upcoming murder trial. The professional athlete is mounting a criminal defense against two first-degree murder charges, but reports...
Undocumented immigrants suffering more domestic abuse
New research shows that President Trump's immigration crackdown could have negative effects for victims of household abuse. Experts in New York and other states say that immigrants who are victims of domestic abuse are even less likely to report their attackers in...