Are Fireworks Legal in New York? What you need to know this 4th of July
In New York State, the only fireworks that are legally permitted to be set off without a permit or license are Sparkling Devices (aka “sparklers). Sparkling devices are defined by NYS as “ground-based or handheld devices that produce a shower of colored sparks and or a colored flame, audible crackling or whistling noise and […]
Cyber and Computer Crimes
With growing participation on social media and nearly unlimited access to the Internet, cyber, and computer crimes are on the rise.
How to Get Charges Dismissed on Speedy Trial Grounds
We seem to all know that we have a right to a speedy trial, but what does this actually mean? What is a speedy trial? What happens if you don’t get what you’re entitled to? Can you get your case get dismissed? If your case does get dismissed, can you be re-charged? The Sixth Amendment […]
What is Assault in the First Degree?
In New York, there are three degrees of assault charges: Assault in the First Degree, Assault in the Second Degree, and Assault in the Third Degree. The degrees of assault differ in the means by which the assault is committed and the severity of the injuries.
What is “Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance” in the State of New York?
What is “Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance” in the State of New York? Does that include marijuana? Is the same charged issued for possessing heroin, cocaine, marijuana or prescription pills?
Super Bowl DWI Crackdown
Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest drinking days of the year. In an effort to prevent alcohol-related accidents, the New York State STOP-DWI Program is implementing a statewide crackdown on drinking and driving that will begin February 2, 2018, and end on February 5, 2018.
