As most people are aware New York State has legalized the use of recreational Marijuana. Despite the recent change in Marijuana laws, it is very important that people who decide to recreationally use Marijuana and do so in a manner that is safe and will keep them from...
Criminal Law
Underage DUI in New York
Across the United States, an individual cannot legally purchase or consume alcohol until they are 21 years of age. When an individual does consume a significant amount of alcohol and then drives with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or greater, they may be...
Larceny Crimes in Dutchess County
When an individual steals property from another party, it is considered a larceny crime. Being convicted of larceny can have very serious effects on an individual. Penalties for committing larceny crimes in New York State are largely based on the value of the property...
Sobriety Checkpoints for Superbowl Sunday
Today, New York State’s Governor announced that local law enforcement agencies, as well as the New York State Police, will be enforcing the STOP-DWI campaign this weekend. Superbowl Sunday is notorious for high rates of alcohol consumption and therefore, police...
Child Endangerment Defense
While child neglect and abuse remain a serious problem plaguing our society, there are numerous instances where an innocent person is accused of terrible acts. Child Protective Services (CPS) and the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) function to protect...
State Police Find Record Number of Fake IDs
New York State law enforcement is always trying to maintain safety throughout the state and hold individuals who break laws accountable for their actions. This week, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that 2017 broke a record for the number of arrests made in connection...
BAC Tests Administered After Serious Crashes
When individuals in New York State are involved in a serious car accident, they may be facing life-changing consequences. Of course, this goes for both the driver that caused the crash and the victims of the crash. A serious motor vehicle accident can be defined by...
Grand Larceny Penalties in NY
Grand larceny in New York State is a very serious crime. There are a number of different penalties that an individual may incur if they are convicted of a larceny crime. Larceny can be defined as the theft of property without using force, a weapon, or threats of...
What are the Potential Penalties for Shoplifting in New York?
In New York, shoplifting is considered a crime. Shoplifting is also commonly referred to as larceny. If you are charged with shoplifting or larceny in New York, the associated penalties can be serious and harsh. These penalties can be hefty fines or even jail time....
Combination Crimes Lead to Harsher Convictions
When a person commits a crime, they will already be facing a number of consequences ranging from fines, jail time, and the social stigma that is attached to having a criminal record that will appear again and again throughout the course your life. However, when you...