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Why are eyewitnesses wrong so often?
When you spend any time looking into cases that were overturned on DNA evidence — that is to say, a person was convicted and then later had that conviction overturned — you’ll find some clear themes. One is that many of these individuals were convicted…
3 defenses that can help for those charged with assault
Accusations of violent criminal offenses can lead to serious consequences. Even if you avoid jail time, a conviction or guilty plea could limit your housing and employment options for the rest of your life. Thankfully, as with any other crime, those accused of assault always…
How to handle a DWI-related license suspension in New York
It is easy to overlook that driving is a privilege, not a right. You earn this privilege by passing your driving test, and you maintain it by obeying applicable traffic laws. In New York State, you can get your driver’s license suspended or revoked based…
The police asked you for a polygraph test. Should you take it?
Polygraph tests — also known as “lie detector” tests — are controversial, at best. That doesn’t stop the authorities, however, from continuing to use them as part of the investigative process into crimes. If the police ask you to take a polygraph test, it helps…
When does a misappropriation of funds constitute embezzlement?
Employers often trust employees with considerable assets, especially those who hold executive positions. That trust comes with the responsibility of that there’s a proper use of funds. When there is a misappropriation of funds or assets, there’s a chance that a person can face embezzlement…
Tips for getting sober after struggling with drug addiction
Many recreational drugs are highly addictive. This means that the more a person uses, the more they physically and psychologically rely on the drug. Addiction comes with countless downsides: It means that a person will prioritize gaining access to their drug over everything else in…
What Are New York’s Coercion Laws?
Most people are familiar with the term “extortion.” Under New York state law, it’s referred to as “coercion.” You might associate coercion with organized crime families or street gangs who offer to “protect” a business in exchange for regular payments or threats that induce the…
Can Law Enforcement Officers Lie To Suspects?
It’s often assumed that police and other law enforcement authorities can’t lie to people who have been arrested or to others they suspect of committing a crime. We’ve seen our favorite TV cops do it, but that’s just dramatic license, right? Not necessarily. The U.S.…
The importance of keeping calm if arrested for a drug offense
If the police arrest you and charge you with a drug offense, it can a harrowing and unsettling experience. You may have heard accounts of other people who served time for drug crimes they claim had nothing to do with them. It is important to…
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