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Celebrity Stalkers Face Serious Penalties In New Jersey And New York
Since the arrival of the Hollywood era, celebrities have been idolized by the general public. To a certain extent, these actors and musicians accept that their lives will never be the same after reaching notoriety. Their wealth and success comes at the cost of their ability to go out in public without fear of… Read More »
Why You Need To Be Careful When Exporting Electronics To Russia
It goes without saying that current US-Russia tensions are at all-time highs. For New York residents who wish to trade with Russia, this can present serious issues – and even legal risks. Aside from the logistical challenges of doing business with a country that has been sanctioned by the United States, entrepreneurs should be… Read More »
Dealer Gets 10 Years In Connection With Celebrity Overdose
Multiple states have introduced new legislation that holds drug dealers accountable for their customers’ fatal overdoses. While these laws may be highly controversial, they are already taking effect. Recently, a drug dealer was sentenced to a decade behind bars for “causing” the overdose death of a well-known actor in New York – and this… Read More »
What Happens If You Steal Union Funds In New York?
Organized crime has a long history of infiltrating labor unions. New York has certainly seen this phenomenon in action over the years, with major names like Jimmy Hoffa maintaining close links with various crime families. While the Italian mob might not be as influential as it once was, crime involving labor unions is still… Read More »
New Bill Could Prevent New York Vehicles From Reaching Certain Speeds
Car culture has been a central part of the American experience ever since the emergence of the first commercially-available “horseless carriages.” Many auto enthusiasts appreciate vehicles with powerful engines, and some enjoy the feeling of traveling at high speeds. In the “Land of the Free,” it might seem unthinkable for the government to install… Read More »
Destructive Devices Are Becoming Common In New Jersey
According to the ATF, destructive devices are explosive, incendiary, or poison gas weapons. These might include grenades, rocket launchers, mines, and homemade bombs. The latter seems to be growing in popularity throughout New Jersey, with numerous defendants being caught with explosive devices of all types within the past few months and years. If you… Read More »
What Happens If You Don’t Meet Sex Offender Requirements In New York?
After being convicted of a sex crime in New York, you will likely face numerous requirements. Some of these requirements may seem highly tedious or even unnecessary. But failing to meet them will likely result in serious consequences. A few recent cases in New York illustrate just how serious these consequences can be, and… Read More »
Is Gang Affiliation Enough To Land You In Prison?
At first glance, it might seem like openly admitting to be a gang member is a sure way to land yourself behind bars. But as long as you aren’t actually admitting that you are committing a specific crime, it may be very difficult for prosecutors to charge you with anything. Of course, authorities in… Read More »
When Does Tax Avoidance Become Tax Evasion?
It makes sense to lower your tax bill as much as possible. Whether you’re earning minimum wage or you’re raking in millions each year, there’s nothing wrong with exploring legal options to reduce this burden. But with that said, there is a fine line between tax avoidance and tax evasion. The latter may result… Read More »
Courts Can Now Issue Search Warrants For Suspected Animal Abuse In New Jersey
For the most part, authorities in New Jersey have no right to invade your private residence unless they have an acceptable reason for doing so. And even if they do have a valid reason for wanting to enter your home, they must obtain a warrant before doing so. Unfortunately, courts continue to provide authorities… Read More »
