People who think about criminal charges often focus on the sentence that the court might impose. They may not think about the collateral consequences that are set up by various laws and those that are imposed by society. In some cases, these can be just…
There are all kinds of urban legends out there about drugs and drug use. Here’s one you may not have heard before: Your tongue can turn green from smoking marijuana. Does it sound ridiculous? It should, because there’s no scientific evidence whatsoever that smoking marijuana…
When a police officer shows up at your door and asks to enter your home, you are fully allowed to deny entry and refuse to give consent. You do not have to let them come in and search your property. To get in without consent,…
If a case ever hinges mainly on the testimony of an eyewitness, you need to carefully consider just how robust that testimony may be. The eyewitness may seem confident. They may influence a jury. That does not mean they are telling the truth, and the…
You probably already know that unless you invite the police into your home or they witness a crime in progress, they need a warrant to conduct most searches. What you may not realize is that some of the most incriminating evidence police may find can…
Assault is one of the more common violent criminal charges that people find themselves facing in New York. Even people who usually abide by the law can make a mistake during an argument or confrontation that could lead to allegations of assault if someone gets…
Despite the widespread tolerance of marijuana across the nation, possessing this substance is still a crime in New York. This means that you could face a range of penalties if you are convicted of possession and other drug offenses. Just as you would when facing…
For some people, the discovery that they are suspected of potential criminal activity occurs when law enforcement officers arrive at their home or place of business to arrest them. Other people find out about a pending investigation long before the police have any actionable evidence.…
There are many circumstances that can lead to a homicide. Some homicide crimes include manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. However, in New York, first-degree murder is the most serious homicide crime a person could be charged with. The elements of first-degree murder in New York…
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