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The decisions one makes during their youth shouldn’t have a lasting impact on their adult years. For some people who have been convicted of crimes while they were still young, the criminal record they have haunts them for their entire adulthood. Governor Kathy Hochul...
We all like to think we can act calm under pressure, but are only put to the test when facing a tense situation such as a criminal arrest. What you say in such a scenario can have a profound effect on your future. The slightest slip-up in words can turn a relatively...
Maybe your life as a resident of one of New York City’s boroughs hasn’t been completely immune from past legal challenges. Perhaps you were once arrested and convicted on a theft charge like shoplifting or burglary. Maybe you were once charged on some petty disorderly...
For years, countless New Yorkers could not afford pretrial bail. As a result, many of them got locked away for months, even years before their court date. But now, under the state's new bail reform policies, they could get the fighting chance they deserve. In years...
The general public trusts law enforcement officers to protect them. Meanwhile, those suspected of having committed a crime rely on their constitutional right of presumed innocence and a fair trial. The grey space between a criminal accusation and trial may seem...
If you have an outstanding low-level summons warrant, now is your chance to get it cleared. The Queens district attorney is co-hosting a free event that is offering people a chance to start fresh and clear their names. On Saturday, October 21, the DA, along with the...
Did you know that the state of New York can seize your personal assets even if you have not been convicted of a crime? Criminal defense attorneys know this practice as "civil asset forfeiture," and it happens more than you might think. Defendants often suffer serious...
A New York pharmacist is facing serious sanctions during his criminal trial for actions that led to the deaths of multiple patients. The man mounted a criminal defense against allegations of mail fraud, racketeering, and second-degree murder in the case. After being...
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...
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...
