New York Criminal Defense Legal Guides (26 found)

Written by Robert Friedman
A new state law, effective February 1, 2009, expands the provisions of falsely reporting an incident in the third degree to include the knowing, false reporting of child abuse or maltreatment.
Posted in Criminal Defense 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Carlos Gonzalez
This is perhaps the question most private attorneys hear most, do i need a private attorney? In this guide we will weigh the pros and cons of retaining private counsel, in hopes of answering this question for you.
Posted in Criminal Defense 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Jonathan Gabriel Schopf
Saying to the officer “I want to talk to my lawyer” does not make you suspect, it preserves your rights. An experienced criminal defense attorney should be consulted as soon as possible when confronted by the police in connection with an alleged crime.
Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
Most DUI Defendants have never been arrested for anything before and don’t know what to expect. It can be embarrassing and daunting to be arrested for anything, but DUI usually carries less of a stigma than other criminal charges.
Posted in DUI / DWI 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Matthew Jay Weiss
This article will help companies avoid receiving a New York truck ticket.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Matthew Jay Weiss
With politicians facing huge budget deficits, municipalities are writing more traffic tickets than ever. This article addresses various ways to minimize your chance of getting that ticket. Please note that most of these points are not legal in nature but rather more common sense.
Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Robert Friedman
If you stopped in New York for drunk driving and refuse a chemical test for BAC (Blood Alcohol Content), you can loose your license and be subject to civil penalties.
Posted in DUI / DWI 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
This is a common question and not as simple as most think. It depends upon your state's laws and your DMV's rulings. In NY, its BEST to Take The Test IF YOU AREN"T TOO intoxicated. That's because if you don't take the test, you will usually have your license revoked if you refuse the test.
Posted in DUI / DWI 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
Here is some practical advice about what to do if you're stopped for DWI in New York. Be respectful, be quiet and decline to take most of the tests, depending upon your specific situation.
Posted in DUI / DWI 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
This will help you know what to expect at the Traffic Violations Bureau in NYC and Suffolk County and, to some extent, Nassau County. These are the only Counties that participate in the TVB. Nassau County has its own version of TVB and it quite different than the Dept. of Motor Vehicles.
Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
This is a continuation of the Guide to TVB already posted - Part 1. It will help you to be prepared to go through the traffic ticket process easier.
Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Anthony John Colleluori
This guide is to help you prepare for a court appearance on a criminal case in District Court in NY. There are only 2 District Courts in the State of NY. One is in Nassau County (in Hempstead) and the other is in Suffolk County (in Central Islip)
Posted in Criminal Defense 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
What to expect when you are asked to take the Breath test and you refuse and what exactly us a Refusal.
Posted in DUI / DWI 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
A short Guide on what to expect after you've been arrested for DWI after you've refused to take the Breath Test in New York
Posted in DUI / DWI 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Anthony John Colleluori
This guide is to help you be prepared to go to the Nassau County Traffic & Parking Violations Bureau (TVPB). TVB in Nassau County NY is different. There are prosecutors and the judges there are former Judges of the state courts. Additionally there are rules of evidence and you can plea bargain here
2 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Nassau County, NY

Written by Carlos Gonzalez
An extremely common charge, especially in NYC, which could have major consequences. Learn how to properly defend yourself in such cases.
Posted in Criminal Defense 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Carlos Gonzalez
The first appearance in Court will usually be the most frightening. For many, they have just been arrested and spent the night in jail before being brought before a judge to decide their fate. What should you expect if you or a loved one is being arraigned?
Posted in Criminal Defense 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Carlos Gonzalez
While the vast majority of officers do their job to the best of their abilities, even given this fact many people are regularly stopped without cause, are arrested only to have charges dismissed, or worse are sometimes physically hurt or abused by the NYPD, what are your rights if this happens?
Posted in Criminal Defense 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Carlos Gonzalez
If there has been a warrant issued for you there are specific things you should do immediately, what are these things?
Posted in Criminal Defense 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Jonathan Gabriel Schopf
From the possibility of losing your driver's license, TLC and/or CDL licenses to points affecting your automobile insurance rates. I’m here to help. Here are some frequently asked traffic questions.
Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: New York