When an officer places you under arrest, he or she must read you your Miranda Rights. This process is very important and could make a huge impact on your case when you head to court. The Legal Information Institute explains Miranda Rights are a warning officers give...
Criminal Defense
How does the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine protect your rights?
If you have never heard of the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine, you may well wish to ask your criminal defense attorney about it when you find yourself facing criminal charges of any kind. It may turn out to play a huge role in the prosecution against you....
What happens after a DWI in New York?
New York imposes serious penalties for driving while intoxicated. If arrested and convicted, you could serve up to 15 days in jail among fines and other legal consequences. Review the facts about New York DWI penalties before facing this type of court date. Fines and...
Will criminal charges or convictions mean deportation?
Whether you are currently undocumented for any reason, are a legal resident in New York or are pursuing U.S. citizenship, a criminal charge or conviction could jeopardize your immigration. Whether or not you face deportation depends on the type of crime, whether you...
Auto accident leads to woman facing multiple DWI-related charges
Long Island law enforcement actively watches the road to check for the clear signs for drivers who might be under the influence. Because drunk driving is so risky and can cause accidents with injuries and fatalities, drivers can face severe penalties if they are...
Can your criminal defense team suppress harmful evidence?
Although it appears that many states across the country have significantly decriminalized drug possession and use, the fact remains that the war on drugs rages on. Law enforcement officers continue to aggressively pursue those who they believe have run afoul of the...
Five men arrested and charged for North Shore burglaries
Five men, who have been deemed part of an organized crime syndicate, have been charged with burglary by Nassau authorities. The men, ages 25, 26, 20, and 23, are a Chilean theft crew who are sent to certain parts of the county for the sole purpose of committing...
Building a criminal defense for a DWI charge
Being charged with any type of criminal offense can be a distressing and confusing experience. New York criminal law is a complicated topic, so you might not even be sure why you were arrested for driving while intoxicated. It is very difficult to build an effective...
Criminal defense: Could New York implement a lower legal BAC?
In New York, the legal blood alcohol limit for driving is .08. For years this has been the same across the entire nation, but now one state has enacted far stricter laws. Drivers in this other state will now have to prepare a criminal defense if they drive with a BAC...