The jury system is a crucial part of the U.S. judicial system. It ensures that an individual's constitutional rights are upheld, as it is their fundamental right to be guaranteed a speedy trial by a jury of their peers. Without juror's participation, cases cannot be heard. As such, eligible individuals…Read More
Being accused of a crime and facing criminal charges can be a frightening experience. It's natural for those people to consider whether they should undergo a trial or enter a guilty plea to avoid a trial and accept a conviction. Unfortunately, many innocent people plead guilty even though they did…Read More
False accusations of sexual assault can ruin a person's life. Although false reporting of sex crimes is statistically low, it can be a shocking and frightening experience. While it may be tempting to ignore it and hope it goes away on its own, taking the necessary steps to protect yourself…Read More
If you've been arrested in New York, you may wonder how to get released from jail as soon as possible. Fortunately, there are ways for a defendant to obtain temporary freedom. If a defendant pays the jail a set of money through an agreement known as bail, they will retain…Read More
Various illegal activities fall under the category of racketeering. To tackle organized crime, state and federal laws make it a crime for a person, criminal organization, or enterprise to receive income through a pattern of racketeering activity or collection of illegal debts. A person or organization is guilty of racketeering…Read More
Generally speaking, individuals view themselves as law-abiding citizens, except for minor offenses like exceeding the speed limit or jaywalking occasionally. However, when someone employs force to make another person partake in criminal activities by putting their life or the lives of their family at risk, they will go to great…Read More
In some cases, before a person is charged with a crime, the police will bring them in for questioning regarding that crime. In other cases, an individual may be questioned because the police believe they have pertinent information regarding an alleged crime and want that individual to make a statement…Read More
If you fail to pay your state or federal taxes in New York, you will be charged with tax evasion. Tax evasion may be committed in several acts, such as failing to file a tax return or falsifying information on a return. Tax evasion carries harsh penalties in New York…Read More
If you have been served a grand jury subpoena, you must take this seriously. This type of subpoena indicates that the government has credible suspicion that you possess pertinent information about a criminal case. Those who receive grand jury subpoenas often panic as they believe they are the target of…Read More
In New York, domestic violence accusations are taken extremely seriously. If you are charged with domestic violence, the penalties can range from hefty fines to lengthy prison sentences. However, the long-term repercussions can haunt you for the rest of your life, including destroying your reputation. Sadly, domestic violence is a…Read More
