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Understanding embezzlement laws in New York
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Jun 14, 2023 | Blog, White Collar Crime
The crime of embezzlement is a form of theft covered under New York Penal Law Article 155. It involves illegally taking money or property entrusted to another individual for their gain. Here are some distinct characteristics that must be present for a crime to be...
New York vehicle searches and the Fourth Amendment
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Mar 20, 2023 | Blog, Criminal Defense, DWI
New York drivers benefit from understanding how vehicle searches are affected by the Fourth Amendment. There is a vehicle search exception to the Fourth Amendment that many drivers might not know. A police officer may search a vehicle without a warrant in most cases...
How to handle a traffic stop
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Nov 2, 2021 | Blog, DWI
Getting pulled over by a police officer in New York can be nerve racking for any driver. It’s almost always a surprise, and a lot of people feel unprepared for the interaction. If you prepare mentally ahead of time, the situation won’t catch you so off-guard. Pull...
Elements of mail fraud
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Feb 19, 2021 | Blog, White Collar Crime
A New York resident who uses the United States Postal Service or other interstate mail carriers to facilitate a crime involving deceit or fraud could face federal mail fraud charges. These charges can result in unwanted legal consequences and often happen in...
Can the police search your phone?
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Jan 12, 2021 | Blog, Criminal Defense, Search And Seizure
In today's world of social media, many law enforcement officials in New York are looking at defendants' cellphones for evidence. In fact, tech companies store so much information on cloud servers that some officials don't need a physical cellphone to find the evidence...
New laws in New York in 2019
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Feb 28, 2019 | Blog
There are a lot of changes that come with a new year. You may make new resolutions regarding your health, relationships, career and family. Additionally, a host of new laws tend to go into effect. There are plenty of new laws in New York that may impact you without...
Bullying: a possible crime parents might not think about
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Mar 2, 2018 | Blog
You may remember either being bullied in school or feeling pressured to participate in teasing or bullying to fit in with your peers. The term “kids will be kids” rarely applies these days. Many schools in New York and across the country are involved in anti-bullying...
Should you refuse sobriety tests in New York?
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Jan 26, 2018 | Blog
New York operates under implied consent laws for driving under the influence of alcohol. When a person receives a driver's license in the state, he or she consents to follow police instructions when on the road. Implied consent means if an officer asks you to...
How evading your taxes can catch up with you
On Behalf of Michael Spano Law | Jan 2, 2018 | Blog
The old saying is that the only two things that are certain in life are death and taxes. But if you have not been paying your taxes as you should, or if you have been receiving money under the table for work and not claiming it on your tax return, you may be putting...
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