When there is a law enforcement search of a vehicle or a room in New York and drugs are found, those who are in the vehicle or are near the room will likely claim that the drugs do not belong to them. It is a common question as to how law enforcement and...
Year: 2018
Man arrested for DWI in New York while teaching teens to drive
When there are drunk driving charges in New York State, it is often said that the person who was arrested must think about "protecting your future." Since the negative impact of a conviction for drunk driving can be so far-reaching, this is eminently true....
Call a qualified lawyer when charged with underage drunk driving
Underage drinking is a common issue in the news in New York and across the nation. It may be true that there is generally no preventing people who are underage from getting alcohol and deciding to drink, but one issue that is more concerning is the number of...
Man arrested for DWI after crashing into window of store
In the Hudson Valley, drunk driving charges can leave a driver with a variety of penalties if there is a conviction. Since the problem of drivers who are under the influence is so dangerous, it is no surprise that law enforcement is out in force trying to stop...
What traffic violations can I get for lapsed insurance?
Drivers in New York State are required to have insurance when they are on the road. If there is a traffic stop or an accident and the driver does not have the required proof of insurance, there are various traffic violation penalties that will be faced. With an...
Man faces drug offenses and child endangerment after arrest
Law enforcement in Upstate New York treats drug offenses seriously. Given the ongoing problems with drugs in the state and across the nation, this should come as no surprise. People who are in possession of drugs can face charges depending on how much they...
What is the law and the penalties for larceny in New York?
For people in Upstate New York who are placed under arrest and are informed that they are being charged with larceny, there might be some confusion as to what that means. With any criminal allegations, it is imperative to have legal assistance for a criminal...
New York teen charged with underage DWI and more after crash
Teen drivers are a common sight in the Hudson Valley. Since they are inexperienced and just starting out on the road, there is a chance they will make blatant mistakes a driver with a long history of driving would not make. That can make it difficult for them...
Bill would make texting at red lights a traffic violation
New York State drivers who have grown accustomed to sneaking looks at their smartphone or other devices when behind the wheel will undoubtedly know that they could place themselves in jeopardy of receiving a citation for a traffic violation. Law enforcement is...
Multi-vehicle fatal crash leads to two men arrested for DWI
When a person is arrested for driving while intoxicated in Upstate New York, there are substantial penalties and other consequences. If it is a simple case of a driver who was under the influence, was stopped by law enforcement and placed under arrest with no...