There is nothing more serious than being charged with a violent crime. Not only can a violent crime charge land you in jail, but it will also affect you for years after, as you will now have a criminal record. Fortunately, you have just found a firm that has years…Read More
The terms “robbery” and “burglary” are very often conflated, and understandably so, as both generally have to deal with stealing property. However, there is a difference, and they are treated as separate crimes, with separate consequences, in New York State. If you are someone who is being charged with either…Read More
New York is known for its strict gun laws, so if you are fighting a gun charge, you must hire a skilled attorney and read on to learn more about what you are dealing with. New York breaks gun charges into two categories--misdemeanors and felonies. Each of those categories has…Read More
Earlier this month, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced he will be directing state resources to combat the explosion of gang violence in the Village of Hempstead on Long Island. In this new plan, the Division of Criminal Justice Services has pledged to send technical advisors to the Hempstead Village Police…Read More
If you have been charged with a violent crime, life as you know it may be in jeopardy. New York State does not treat those accused of violent crimes kindly. Your entire future, including the house you want to buy, the job you want to have, or even loans you…Read More
Crimes related to stealing another person's property are taken very seriously in New York State, as law enforcement wants to make sure individuals know this behavior is not tolerated and those that do break these laws will face harsh penalties. Crimes related to the unlawful removal of another person's property…Read More
Anyone who commits a violent crime in New York State is going to face serious consequences and may even spend the rest of their life behind bars. Violent crimes in New York are broken into classes, depending on the severity of the crime. All violent crimes in New York State…Read More
Unquestionably, in my 35-years of criminal defense experience, the single most misunderstood concept is the right to Miranda. “They never read me my rights.” We hear this all the time. Your rights do not have to be read to you unless you are both in custody, and the questions the…Read More
In my opinion of 35 years of criminal offense experience, the bail process is the single most critical aspect of a case. You’re brought before a judge, probably still a little bewildered, never expecting to be arrested, and the judge must make a decision. Should I hold you in jail…Read More
