Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Animal Cruelty Laws: Protection for Pets
Pets are something very near and dear to most Americans. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, many families in the United States own pets, with 37-47% of all homes going to dogs, and 30-37% of them going to cats. It is clear that companion animals are a large… Read More »
Defending Against Solicitation Charges
Rudyard Kipling described prostitution as “the world’s oldest profession.” Certainly history demonstrates that prostitution, as an activity, dates back hundreds, if not thousands of years. Today the laws of New York prohibit prostitution, as well as the solicitation of prostitutes. In this sense both parties accused of engaging in that particular business agreement are… Read More »
A Felony for Fun: When Your Fake ID Has Real Consequences
Fake IDs are something that many teens and underage adults are very familiar with. If a person does not own a fake ID, then they usually know at least one person with a fake ID, or they know how they can go about getting one. For the most part individuals shy away from obtaining… Read More »
From Detained to Deported: Small Charges and Their Consequences
Plea deals are one of those rare terms that most people hear from Law and Order and they generally understand. Most individuals, if faced with a charge, take a plea deal for the benefits put forth under the deal. There is no great way to define the benefits granted under a plea since they… Read More »
The Unclean Crime of Money Laundering
Money laundering is a commonly misunderstood crime. The term itself is typically misconstrued with other financial crimes. In all reality the process of money laundering involves taking illegally gained money, or rather “dirty money,” and making it appear legal. In the end the proceeds will appear to be “clean,” thus why the crime is… Read More »
Racial Profiling: Are you a Victim?
Racial profiling proliferates almost all aspects of society. Despite the fact racial equality is something that should be strived for each and every day, headlines still highlight the many race-based issues in our country. From racial tensions spurred by political candidates, to the disparate treatment of Flint, Michigan’s residents, racial inequality is all too… Read More »
Testing the Test: When Drug Lab Results Are Not Accurate
Science continues to change this country at an exponential rate. Just a glance at this past holiday season’s hottest items puts drones and hoverboards at the top of the list. Gadgets are not the only significant advances in science. In the past decades, DNA tests and drug tests developed significantly. Many of those tests… Read More »
Summons over Arrests: A Reduction in Criminal Backlog
According to the U.S. Census Bureau New York City is home to more than 8 million people. With such a large population it makes sense that the city is so culturally diverse. Broadway, museums and the wide plethora of restaurants bring millions of tourists to New York city every year. However, this massive population… Read More »
Manslaughter in the State of New York and its Penalties
Manslaughter is a serious offense in the state of New York. Manslaughter is a unique charge in that a broad range of acts may lead to a manslaughter charge. Just recently, a woman from upstate New York pled guilty to manslaughter after severely beating her children. Manslaughter offenses are either voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary… Read More »
Disorderly Conduct Violations in New York State
Disorderly conduct is considered a violation in the state of New York, not a crime. A violation is an offense, other than a traffic violation, for which a summons is issued. In most instances of disorderly conduct, those cited are more upset or concerned as to whether the facts and circumstances of their case… Read More »
