For some criminal defendants in New York, navigating the criminal law system can be challenging. Whether it is their first criminal charge or they have faced other allegations in the past, defendants should be fully aware of their rights and legal options so they can...
Criminal Defense
Preschool teacher relieved after sexual abuse charges dropped
It could be just about every teacher's nightmare - in the course of a job dedicated to helping raise the next generation, someone makes an accusation of impropriety. Even worse, the allegations center around inappropriate sexual contact or abuse that could derail...
How do you use a plea bargain to your advantage?
When defendants in New York are facing a criminal charge, they often consider not only how the charges will affect them but also how they can avoid any penalties. Depending on the crime they are being accused of, the suspect could implement a defense strategy in order...
Understanding options when defending criminal charges
Facing a criminal charge should never be taken lightly. When defendants in New York endure criminal accusations, their life could be impacted no matter the results of the case. Our firm understands that criminal allegations can be just as harmful as a conviction. Even...
What constitutes an unlawful search and seizure?
When you face a criminal charge, you must consider your legal options. When navigating the possible criminal defenses, you, the accused, should seek to find a strategy that could result in reduced or dismissed charges or an acquittal. In order to establish your...
Activists protest against man charged with animal abuse
Facing criminal charges can have several effects even if the defendant is not convicted of the alleged crime. For some defendants, the media coverage of their charges and pending cases can often impact their life. Even if conviction does not result, this could impact...
Police arrest a group of acrobats on New York City subway
When a person is suspected of a crime, they can endure serious penalties while also incurring damages to their personal and professional reputation. Even if they are accused of a lesser crime such as a misdemeanor, the defendant should understand their rights and...
Juveniles frequently charged as adults in New York
Children can be rowdy, loud and make rash decisions. They are still learning maturity and responsibly and other traits that will hopefully help them become productive citizens. However, while they are learning, they are bound to make some mistakes. In some situations,...
Police get their man in sex crime case — but they were wrong
A somewhat bizarre story is unfolding outside of New York that shows how due process can be violated sometimes and how the police are not always in the right when they investigate or accuse people of a crime.The case involves a sex crime, wherein a young girl was...
The private probation system, and the negative effects of it
A new report about probation and its privatization points to a disturbing trend in the criminal defense world. Namely, that private probation companies are able to use the leverage of the system to ensnare those on probation in financial traps, given that the...

