If your vehicle is stopped by a New York police officer, there is a chance that he or she may conduct a search of the car's interior. In most cases, that person will need a warrant to do so. However, there are situations in which there is probable cause to take a...
Criminal Defense
The Supreme Court issues its ruling on hot pursuit
In June, the Supreme Court Of The United States issued a ruling that marks a very important step in criminal defense. Essentially, the court decided that the factors surrounding each case will determine what law enforcement officers can or cannot do when pursuing...
What are some common telemarketing fraud scams?
Some people use telemarketing fraud to attempt to scam New York residents out of their money. Like most white-collar offenses, telemarketing fraud is a non-violent crime that uses deception to scam people out of their money or other assets. People who commit...
Can the police search your phone?
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...
The motivations behind white-collar crimes
White-collar crimes are prevalent across mainstream media and newspaper headlines with powerful figures being accused of stealing millions of dollars from either innocent people or large-scaled companies. With white-collar crimes, there are specific requirements that...
Study: young Black men disproportionately charged with misdemeanor crimes
Two distinct trends emerged from a recent study of misdemeanor arrests: 1.) there has been a steep decline in misdemeanor arrests in recent years and 2.) despite the decline, young Black men are those who are most likely to be arrested. The study was conducted by New...
The extensive repercussions of DWI convictions for college students
Nobody wants their child to drink and drive, but when they make a mistake, you want them to learn from that error with it affecting the rest of their life. If a student is charged with a DWI or DWAI (driving while ability impaired), the conviction could affect their...
How the criminal justice system fails those with addiction issues
In a lot of ways, the War on Drugs has been a failed operation. Not only have addiction rates soared across the country in recent years, but our government now locks up individuals whose only crime is dependence on a substance declared illegal. Treating chemical...
Understanding trespassing laws in New York
Whether the intent is to engage in some urban exploring for fun, to take a shortcut home or to satisfy your curiosity about a quirky neighbor, you and other New York residents should understand that the law does not consider trespassing a harmless activity. The same...
First steps in facing criminal charges
If you face criminal charges, you may feel a range of emotions, including fear and confusion. It is quite common to feel bewildered in the face of the criminal justice system, especially for first-time offenders. Many people make mistakes, and this does not mean they...
