For some New York residents, being charged with driving while intoxicated is the most serious criminal charge they will ever face. Because of this, it can be very scary to have to fight such a serious allegation. There are many potential penalties, ranging from...
Month: March 2017
DUI and employment background checks in New York
For many New York residents, the possibility of facing a DUI charge is one that is to be avoided at all costs. However, this is a reality that many will have to deal with. There are many questions that can arise when someone is faced with potential penalties. A...
Want to fight a minor offense? You may not want to go alone
It may be tempting, in an effort to save money, to try to navigate the courts by yourself when faced with a lesser charge like a misdemeanor. And of course while representing yourself could in fact lead to a favorable outcome, in many cases, your best chance...
Tragedy averted as child survives cold night left on bus
Things could have ended very badly last week for a 16 year old autistic child who was left on a bus last Friday night after the driver and bus monitor failed to see that all children were off the bus at the end of the night.The night started without incident. The...
The plea negotiation process and how it could benefit a defendant
Facing a criminal charge can be a difficult spot for New York residents to be in. While the charge may be serious or minor, the aftermath of a criminal conviction means that a defendant will have a criminal record. Therefore, those accused of a crime, no matter...