Misdemeanors

  Being stopped by the police is never a joyful event for motorists in New York. While a driver is likely aware if he or she had been speeding or committed any other simple traffic offense, it can be less clear to some drivers why exactly they were pulled over....

  Being accused of any crime is a serious situation for individuals in New York and elsewhere. Whether is it considered a minor or major offense, those suspected of a crime should take criminal accusations seriously. Moreover, it is important to understand the...

While it is clear that serious criminal charges, like felonies, carry harsh penalties if a defendant is convicted, lesser chargers should be taken just as seriously. Much like a felony charge could impact the personal and professional lives of the accused, a...

When a police officer stops a driver, the driver is likely used to the line of questioning that follows - do they understand why they were stopped? In most cases, a driver understands the traffic violation the officer might have observed. However, this is not always...

When drivers in New York face driving violations, they often assume that these lesser charges will not significantly impact them. While a speeding infraction could result in just a warning or a citation that carries just a fine, other traffic violations could result...

When divorced or separated parents in New York and elsewhere encounter financial trouble, they do not often consider the possibility of facing criminal charges in these situations. However, when child support is ordered following a divorce or split of an unmarried...

While the act of driving is considered a privilege, it is often treated like a necessity for many New York residents. Whether an individual drives for a living, requires a car to get to their job or relies on a vehicle to get around, losing the ability to drive due to...

Driving without a valid license could carry serious penalties for the driver. Depending on the reason for the traffic stop, whether the license was suspended or revoked and if the driver is a repeat offender, this could result in a misdemeanor charge. It is important...

Some drivers in New York are charged with traffic offenses that result in a revoked or suspended license. While this consequence for a traffic offense can be inconvenient, it is important for drivers to follow the driving restrictions until the driver's license is...

New York residents who are facing a misdemeanor charge have defense options that could help them avoid harsh penalties like imprisonment. Community service is a possible alternative to incarceration for misdemeanor charges. Moreover, this could help defendants reduce...