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Rights Crime

What are Your Rights if You’ve Been Charged with a Crime?

by | October 27, 2023 | Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

Regardless of the crime with which you’ve been charged, it’s essential to understand that you have certain rights under the U.S. Constitution and the New York State Constitution. These rights are meant to protect against arbitrary treatment by the government and...
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DWI Attorney

Do You Need an Attorney for a DWI Charge?

by | October 14, 2023 | DWI, DWI, Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

If you’ve been charged with driving under the influence in New York, you may be wondering whether you should have the representation of an attorney. Critically, being charged with driving under the influence in New York can have a long-lasting impact on your life and...
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DWI Felony

When is a DWI a Felony in New York?

by | September 28, 2023 | Criminal Defense, DWI, DWI, Insights, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

A DWI can come with serious consequences, especially if you’re facing felony charges. While a first DWI is typically charged as a misdemeanor, there are certain situations in which an offense of driving under the influence can be a felony. For instance, if there are...
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Drug Treatment Court

What is Drug Treatment Court — and is it an Option in My Case?

by | September 14, 2023 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, Drug Crimes, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

If you were arrested for a non-violent drug crime, you may be eligible for drug treatment court. This is a voluntary alternative to the regular court process that allows non-violent, drug-addicted offenders to enter into a treatment program, and potentially avoid...
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Ghost Gun

Understanding New York’s Ghost Gun Laws

by | August 14, 2023 | Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips, Weapon Crimes, Weapon Crimes | 0 Comments

New York has some of the toughest firearms laws in the nation. While strict penalties are imposed for possessing an unregistered firearm, legislation was enacted in 2022 that strengthened the state’s laws regarding ghost guns. These types of guns are those that do not...
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Search Warrant

What is a Search Warrant? 

by | July 31, 2023 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

Most people are aware that the police are usually prohibited from searching a premises or person without a warrant under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. A search warrant is a court order issued for the purpose of authorizing law enforcement to conduct a...
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Subway Self-Defense

NYC Subway Incident Raises Complex Legal Questions Regarding Self-Defense

by | June 30, 2023 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

The recent New York City subway incident that resulted in the death of Jordan Neely made headlines throughout the nation. While there are still many facts that are not yet known, and various issues that will need to be determined at trial, the case raises many...
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What is Possession of a Controlled Substance?

by | May 31, 2023 | Drug Crimes, Drug Crimes, Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

Possession of a controlled substance is a serious crime in New York that can come with severe consequences. Many of these offenses are charged as felonies and can come with a lengthy prison term, steep fines, and long-term ramifications. Not only can a conviction...
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Drug Possession

What Defenses Can Be Used in a Drug Possession Case?

by | May 16, 2023 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

If you face charges for possession of a controlled substance, it’s crucial to understand that an arrest does not mean a conviction. While this offense is taken very seriously in New York, there are several defense strategies that can be used to fight the charges...
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Marijuana DWAI

3 Important Things to Know About Marijuana DWAIs in New York

by | April 20, 2023 | DWI, DWI, Insights, Legal Tips, Legal Tips | 0 Comments

Many people are familiar with New York’s strict laws regarding driving under the influence of alcohol. However, it’s critical to be aware that the state also imposes harsh penalties on those who have been found guilty of driving under the influence of marijuana —...
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