When law enforcement in Upstate New York makes a traffic stop, they will do so based on alleged traffic violation. While they investigate, they will also look at the driver and assess the situation to determine if the driver is under the influence or some other...
Drug Charges
Couple arrested for drug crimes, DUI and violating Leandra’s Law
Drug addiction and the issues related to it are making news in New York State and across the nation with the accompanying problems that go along with it. People who are under the influence of drugs will frequently make mistakes as part of their alleged drug...
Traffic stop leads to multiple charges for drugs and weapons
People who are subject to a traffic stop in the Hudson Valley and throughout New York on suspicion of driving under the influence and committing traffic violations might find themselves facing other charges as well. If there are drugs in the vehicle at the...
Traffic stop leads to arrest for felony drug charges
New Yorkers might be under the impression that the growing freedom across the nation to possess and use marijuana means that there is a reduction in the intensity with which law enforcement addresses it. In New York, the drug remains illegal meaning that those...
Man arrested on multiple drug charges after traffic stop
Hudson Valley residents will often be under the impression that drug offenses are generally linked to those who have illegal drugs, like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine and even marijuana. However, prescription drugs can also result in drug crime charges with...
Four charged for committing drug crimes, linked to overdose cases
When law enforcement officials feel that there is a drug epidemic happening in their state, they often end up cracking down on people suspected of committing drug crimes. They may start making more arrests or charging people with more serious crimes-the end...
Elements of drug manufacturing crimes
Most New York residents likely do not want to be associated with drug crimes. Drug crimes can result in not only hefty fines and potential prison time, they can seriously damage a person's reputation. A person's reputation can be impacted in their personal...
Categories of drug possession laws
When a New York resident is arrested and charged with a drug crime, their life can change in an instant. Drug crimes are very serious and can result in some serious consequences. Not only can a person face fines that can do damage to their bank accounts, they...
Sentencing issues for synthetic drug charges
As a previous post highlighted, being charged for a drug possession crime could carry serious penalties. While possessing a large quality of a drug could lead to a drug distribution charge as well, being is possession of a synthetic drug can present some...
What are defenses for drug possession charges?
Residents of New York are aware of the harsh penalties that could result from a drug crime. While the severity of the consequences depends on the drug type and other circumstances, individuals facing drug charges should understand that there are defenses...