New York State law enforcement is vigilant about seeking out people who are committing drug crimes. They do so in a variety of ways including during traffic stops and with other investigating techniques. People who are arrested on drug charges could have a significant...
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Understanding dispositional orders for juvenile offenses
A criminal record can have a profound effect on a young person's life. For those who are arrested for what would be a crime if the person was an adult and they are older than 7 and younger than 16, they might be labeled as a juvenile delinquent. This is to...
Allegations involving criminal acts and DWAI lodged against teen
In New York State, it is not uncommon for a person to be arrested on multiple offenses that run the gamut of violations. If it is a young person who has just reached adulthood, mistakes happen frequently and this can result in allegations and harsh penalties....
What if I am a new driver and face traffic violations?
In New York, a person who is getting his or her first driver's license or a person who had lost his or her license and has finally gotten it back might be under the impression that it is smooth sailing moving forward. However, they often fail to realize that...
What are the different categories of rape in New York?
Sexual assault and accusations of rape in its varying forms are cropping up regularly today. In New York and across the country more and more people - both men and women - are sharing their stories of being victims. While rape is a terrible crime, accusations...
Brother and sister faces drunk driving charges
New York State law enforcement is always on the alert for drivers who might be under the influence. Because drunk driving is considered such a problem and can lead to accidents and death, people who are arrested and charged with driving under the influence must...
Traffic stop leads to two arrested on drug charges
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...
A lawyer is integral to criminal defense for violent crimes
Upstate New York residents who are confronted with criminal charges related to violent crimes will undoubtedly be concerned about their situation. Regardless of the reason why the incident happened, these allegations carry with them substantial penalties, if...
Woman faces drunk driving charges after collision with tractor
When there is a car crash in New York, one of the first things that investigators will consider how and why it happened. A driver might be suspected of being under the influence, tested and placed under arrest. When a person is facing drunk driving charges,...
Do shoplifting penalties differ based on item values in New York?
People who are facing allegations of shoplifting in the state might not realize that a criminal conviction can have long-term consequences with the penalties largely hinging on the value of what was taken. This state classifies shoplifting as larceny. If a...

