Other than a complete dismissal, is there any outcome 'better' than a vtl 1192.1 for a DUI?

I have had client's plea to lower charges. There are a number of possible lower charges. You might be able to get your charge reduced lower if your...

I was charged with a UPM (unlawful posession of marijuana) in the state of NY and i believe the stop was unlawful. Was it?

Your car was parked so technically it was not a stop. The police officer was allowed to approach you and ask questions relating to identity or...

How or can i argue parole conditions?

As stated in the NYs Parole Handbook, "Although the general conditions of parole apply to all those under supervision, the Board of Parole, a...

Am I in the wrong or are they

I suggest that you read "Criminal Records and Employment; Protecting Yourself from Discrimination" published by a Legal Action Center. It can be...

I believe it might be illegal to make homemade hard alcohol in NY. what kind of trouble can my husband get into for doing this?

I have provided a link below to a website that addresses home-manufacture-of-alcohol-state-statutes which seems to address your issue.

The definition of a domestic violence victim can be found in 18 NYCRR Part 452.2(g) states: . (g) Victim of domestic violence means any person...

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Can I argue the amount of restitution I am being told to pay back from a stolen item?

Your attorney may be able to negotiate a plea deal that includes a restitution hearing.

Clarification on New York's lewdness law?

A person is guilty of public lewdness when he intentionally exposes the private or intimate parts of his body in a lewd manner or commits any other...

My family was assaulted while they slept in the privacy of their home one night. Do they need an attorney?

I suggest you read the brochure regarding Crime Victim Rights in New York which can be accessed by clicking on the link provided below.

Hello. My step dad was recently caught in a vehicle with a unregistered small hand gun. He has no record at all.

Your step-father should retain an experienced criminal defense attorney who is well versed on the case law governing automobile searches. He should...