Whether you are celebrating in a big city or not, New York residents are likely preparing to celebrate the various holidays this season. It may be at home, at work, at a family member's house or at a local establishment; no matter where one celebrates, it is...
Hudson Valley Criminal Defense Law Blog
Confinement at a juvenile detention facility in New York
When a juvenile is charged with a crime in New York, many questions and concerns can arise. The penalties associated with a juvenile offense can be serious. In cases involving a serious crime a juvenile might be charged as an adult. No matter the severity of...
What are the different types of drug crimes?
Being accused of a drug crime is never easy; however, it is important to note that in New York and other states the severity of the crime generally determines the harshness of the penalties. Because there is a wide range of drug charges an offender could be...
Alleged parking violation leads to drug charges for New York man
Sometimes police arrest criminal suspects after a long investigation of the alleged crime. But sometimes they make an arrest on serious charges after investigating a seemingly trivial incident, such as a parking violation. Such a situation recently occurred...
Understanding the three field sobriety tests used in New York
Motorists in New York who are accused of drunk driving have serious consequences to be concerned about. A DUI charge could mean fines, jail time and driver's license revocation if the driver is convicted. When a police officer suspects a driver is drunk, he or...
What are the penalties for a breath test refusal in New York?
A New York driver convicted of a DWI charge will face serious penalties including fines, license suspension and other consequences. But motorists who fail to comply with the instructions of the officers at the traffic stop could also face penalties regardless of...
Helping you devise a strong defense against criminal allegations
Dealing with criminal allegations could easily be described as being life altering and devastating. Those accused of a crime, no matter the severity, can endure much impact to their life even before setting foot in court. A defendant's personal and professional...
New York DMV employee faces felony charges
Those facing criminal charges stemming from the person's place of employment will likely face additional consequences. Even if the criminal charges do not result in a conviction, it is likely that the defendant will suffer consequences due to the allegations....
Grounds for a criminal appeal
Facing a criminal charge can be a challenging time for individuals in New York and elsewhere. Even more so, facing a criminal conviction can be life altering for criminal defendants. Enduring the consequences associated with a criminal charge does not only mean...
What are the penalties for a domestic offender owning a firearm?
As a previous post highlighted, a domestic dispute could result in criminal charges. A person accused of domestic violence can face serious penalties. In addition, the defendant could lose the ability to sped time with the other party involved in the dispute as...

