Three things you should never say to the police
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...
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Key information concerning New York arrest/conviction record sealing
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...
Can a DWI conviction impact my employment?
It seemed like it happened in an instant. You were hanging out with some close friends on a Friday night and had a few drinks. Then on your way home, you saw flashing lights in your rearview mirror...
Who can accuse you of domestic violence in New York City?
The line between a standard assault charge and domestic violence can be unclear. The implications are important because, besides the potential criminal penalties, domestic violence charges also...
What punishments can I face for a DWI in New York City?
On a weekend night going out with friends, you decide to risk the difficulty of parking and drive your car. You don’t plan on drinking very much. After a couple of beers, you decide to head home. As...
Leaders react to New York’s recent bail reform
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...
Legislation affects the criminal justice system
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....
Fighting back against drug possession charges in Queens
Few events can change a person's life as drastically as a drug possession conviction. Not only do people convicted of drug crimes face the immediate consequences of significant fines and potential...
Domestic violence claims can be used against an innocent party
Have you ever had an argument with your spouse over something silly? Did it get a little out of hand, but no real harm came from it? Maybe time passed after the argument, and your spouse decided to...
Your food could add up to a DWI: Here’s why
You may never have thought about the fact that your food may contain alcohol. Even if it did, you've heard that it all bakes off when the food is cooked, so you shouldn't have to worry about it,...