New York is one of the many states across the nation that has changed its laws regarding marijuana. While in the past, it was generally illegal, the new laws have given people the right to cultivate, possess and use a certain amount without fear of legal repercussions...
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New York City police end digital stop and frisk
Police departments have typically used the suspicion of a minor crime, such as a broken taillight or smell of marijuana, as a pretext to scour databases for open warrants and what the New York City Police Department refers to as I-Cards. But after facing charges of...
New York and New Jersey plan holiday DUI crackdown
In New York and New Jersey, December is a time when people attend parties and events to celebrate the holidays. These are family gatherings, work celebrations and simply going out with friends to have a good time. Part of that involves drinking alcohol and using...
New York college student arrested after shooting threat
Students at City College in Harlem were frightened after a recent threat. According to police, a 21-year-old man texted messages in which he threatened a shooting at the school. Two days after the threat, a student was arrested and charged with second-degree...
Is a grand jury hearing the same as a trial?
If it is your first brush with the law in New York, it is easy to be confused about the criminal trial process. There are so many steps it is hard to know what is coming next. For example, you may have been told that after your arraignment you will have a grand jury...
Court defines reasonable suspicion regarding tinted windows
Tinted car windows can provide many benefits. They can help to preserve vehicles’ interiors. They also lower the vehicle’s internal temperature. However, they can also reduce a driver’s ability to see and drive safely, so each state sets visible light transmission...
What does it mean to be charged with money laundering?
If a person is making a large amount of money through illegal means, their crimes can be quickly discovered if they don't take care to conceal the origin of their profits. This is the reasoning behind money laundering. Money laundering is a way of concealing the...
Is probable cause needed for an arrest?
Getting arrested for a crime in New York can feel overwhelming. You may feel that the arrest was unjustified and that the police had no legitimate reason to arrest you. A criminal defense attorney can review the circumstances of your arrest and help determine whether...
Were there reasonable grounds to give chemical tests for DUI?
In New York, people who are accused of and arrested for driving under the influence will face a slew of problems if they are convicted. There can be fines, lost driving privileges, jail time, costlier insurance and a negative mark on their record. It can hinder them...
Do I have to open the door for the police?
If you have a contingent of police at your door, you are likely going to have a bad day. But, the goal now is to mitigate how bad your day will be. Do I have to open the door? Maybe. If they have a “no knock” warrant or exigent circumstances to enter your home, the...