A teacher at a secondary school in the Bronx has been removed from his position after police arrested him in connection with several photos he allegedly took and transmitted over social media. Police are accusing him of sending pictures of his intimate parts to two...
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Criminal Defense
Evidence and the ‘fruit of the poisonous tree’
Most people who are prosecuted for alleged crimes in New York and New Jersey face charges under state law. For certain crimes, they may face federal charges. But whatever court they are in, and whatever the exact charges may be, the U.S. Constitution provides them...
What is automatic discovery in New York?
A criminal trial can be an overwhelming process for a New Yorker to contemplate on their own. Aside from the stress of an arrest and one’s processing into the criminal justice system, an individual may be confused and worried about the many pretrial and courtroom...
Probable cause is required for an arrest
Law enforcement officers who arrest someone without probable cause to do so have violated that person’s Fourth Amendment rights. If you have been arrested, proving that the officer did not have the requisite probable cause to arrest you is one way to have any charges...
Defending against assault in New Jersey
If you have been arrested and charged with assault in the state of New Jersey, you may face serious consequences such as prison time and significant fines if you are convicted. Understanding the different elements of both simple and aggravated assault can help you and...
How implied consent laws affect DUI charges
Getting pulled over for drunk driving can be a scary and confusing experience, made even worse when the individual is charged with additional offenses. Many people are under the impression that they can prevent law enforcement from gathering evidence by refusing to...
Four locals face criminal charges for alleged burglaries
Sometimes, we make bad choices, and other times, those choices are influenced by peer pressure. But, what no one expects, regardless of life circumstances is to be arrested for burglary. Though, that is exactly what four locals are now facing. The accusations...
Two Toms River men, five others, charged with health care fraud
The amount of money that the federal government is pouring into health care offers a tempting target for persons inclined to use fraud to steal it. The Congress has created a number of crimes that impose heavy penalties on anyone convicted of such a crime. The acting...
What are the Consequences of Refusing a Breathalyzer Test in NY?
Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol is never a good idea no matter where you live. Each state has its own laws when it comes to DUI/DWI offenses and all involve serious consequences. While New York didn’t make the list for having the strictest...
Three Strikes Law – Why You Need a Criminal Defense Attorney
In the United States, habitual or persistent offender laws are commonly referred to as the three strikes laws. Implemented on March 7, 1994, the three strikes law was originally part of the United States Justice Department's Anti-Violence Strategy. The law makes it...

