No one wants to face domestic violence accusations. Yet, your spouse or partner may have made them against you after an argument or a heated moment. Their allegations, whether true or false, could have a lasting impact on your life. If they have led to charges, it’s...
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Can police force you to reveal your phone’s passcode?
Smartphones contain many, if not most, of the important details of our daily lives, from who we talk to, to where we travel and what we buy. That makes an iPhone or Android device an attractive target for police for potential evidence if they suspect you committed a...
It’s helpful to be familiar with the arrest process
Most people probably do not plan for an arrest in the future. In fact, it's possible you've never given much thought to what will happen if you ever find yourself under arrest. Regardless, it can be helpful to know about the arrest process and understand what to...
New York school bus incident leads to assault charge
For many people, the importance of school bus drivers is often overlooked. They are often tasked with getting dozens of children safely to school, typically with no one else to help with supervision. Unfortunately, a substitute bus driver in New York is now out of a...
Have you or your company come under suspicion of email fraud?
Facing any type of criminal accusation can throw one's life out of balance. You may have believed that you were operating your business in accordance with the law or carrying out other activities without any notion that you were under suspicion. However, you ended up...
Falsified warrant leads to review of criminal cases in New York
Most people in New York and across the country would agree that the word of a law enforcement officer holds a great deal of weight. In fact, many people have found themselves facing criminal charges based on reports of incidents -- such as the discovery of drugs --...
Criminal defense: 13-year-old accused of murder
A teenager has been charged in the murder of a college freshman, according to local sources. New York authorities have arrested the 13-year-old boy, who cannot be publicly identified due to his minor status, and indicated that he would be charged with murder. A second...
Criminal defense: Brooklyn man charged with attempted murder
A man believed to have viciously assaulted his girlfriend and their 2-year-old child is in custody pending a psychiatric evaluation, according to local sources. New York police arrested the 26-year-old man, who stands charged with a variety of crimes, including...
If a plea bargain is offered, should you take it?
Under some circumstances, a person may feel that he or she will appear guilty no matter how much of a defense is put up. Certain pieces of evidence may seem particularly difficult to combat, and as a result, an accused person may wonder how he or she will get out of...
New York college student arrested for assault of roommate
It is understandable, perhaps even expected, that people who are forced to live in close quarters with one another will experience some degree of conflict. That conflict, however, rarely turns violent. Unfortunately, an altercation between two roommates in New York...