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A critical stage of a criminal defense case is being released from jail while your trial is pending. This is known as being “bailed” or “bonded” out of jail. Bail is the fee a defendant must pay in order to stay out of jail, whereas a bond is posted by someone else on...
The NYC Criminal Defense lawyers of D’Emilia Law saw firsthand how the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted New York’s legal and judicial system. Its impact on the ability to conduct a speedy trial is one of D’Emilia Law’s top concerns, as many clients’ cases were affected. If...
We previously discussed the basic sequence of events involved in a criminal case. We received a lot of feedback from visitors and readers who inspired us to expand on that installment by exploring what defendants should be asking their lawyers. You should hire a NYC...
Criminal charges related to sex crimes and sex offenses are among the most serious in New York State. As former NYC district attorneys, we prosecuted numerous sex abuse cases for more than two decades. We have seen how the laws evolved regarding sex crimes. As a...
The United States Constitution’s Fourth Amendment guarantees security against unreasonable searches, seizures, and interceptions. In cases where the police have probable cause, they must “describe the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be...
We presented three tips about gun laws and ownership in New York in last week’s Insights installment. Our visitors and social media followers were inspired and sent us some follow-ups that we are happy to address. D’Emilia Law’s founders spent decades prosecuting...
Understanding how self-defense is governed in New York is critical for residents and visitors. D’Emilia Law has successfully defended against criminal charges of assault, manslaughter, or even murder by demonstrating clients faced immediate danger and had to protect...
Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble. — Georgia Congressman John Lewis (1940-2020) D’Emilia Law has received criminal defense questions from friends and clients about...
With each successive phase of reopening in New York State, new guidelines are introduced to curb the spread of COVID-19. It is understandably difficult for a private citizen or business owner to keep up with these developments. Not everyone lives in the county...
The New York criminal defense team of D'Emilia Law has historically seen a rise in arrests during the summertime, which stem from charges involving: Fireworks. Assault. Shootings. Domestic Violence. The standard is not hard to meet for police...
Summer 2020 will undoubtedly be a historic one in New York…The limits of social distancing will be tested as gatherings resume. When there are parties, there may be alcohol. That can lead to driving while intoxicated (DWI). D’Emilia Law has defended against countless DWI charges and secured favorable results.