If you were to cross into New York State with a firearm, you could potentially face legal consequences if you do not comply with New York's firearm laws. New York has some of the most restrictive firearm laws in the United States, particularly in regard [...]
If your child brings a weapon to school, it is a very serious matter. Not only can your child face expulsion from school, but they could also face criminal charges. In such a situation, it is important to hire a criminal defense attorney to represent [...]
Can the Police Search My Vehicle if I Get Pulled Over for a Traffic Stop? In most instances, if you are stopped for a minor traffic offense, such as running a red light, speeding or passing a stop sign, the police cannot search your vehicle. [...]
6-3 ruling Striking Down New York’s “proper cause” requirement for concealed carry: What does the decision mean? Prior to this decision, New York required “proper cause,” to grant a concealed carry handgun license, which required a showing of more than a general desire for self-protection [...]
Passed in 2021 year, and taking effect in March 2022, are sweeping changes to New York’s parole/community supervision laws. Collectively called “Less is More”, this legislation amends multiple sections of the Executive and Penal laws, aimed at ending supervision sooner, and removing harsh punishments for [...]
Bad news, you’ve just been arrested. As the friendly police officer officer gently guides you into the backseat of his police cruiser, he begins reading you those famous words that you’ve heard so often on your favorite crime TV shows. “You have the right to [...]
Appearing in court can cause a lot of stress and anxiety. Perhaps the worst feeling is not knowing whether you could end up in jail. While obviously a scary potential, incarceration usually only occurs at specific times that you will know about in advance of [...]
One of the most common questions asked by new clients is: what is going to happen at my next court appearance? The answer to that question largely depends on the particular facts and circumstances unique to your case. However, below are some common scenarios that [...]
For many previously unsuccessful Youthful Offender applicants, their prospects for a fresh start improved on November 2, 2021. On that date, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation designed to allow an offender who had previously been denied YO status the opportunity to reapply to [...]
The only thing more terrifying than being arrested yourself is learning that your child has been arrested. You will be worried, anxious, and scared about what this will mean for their promising future. It is crucial that you speak with a lawyer as quickly as [...]
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