We all think of the military only as the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The military has its own justice system separate from the civilian justice system. Military courts do not use the same lawyers that the rest of us do. There is a special section of the military devoted to representing service men and…
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The Numbers Don’t Lie Unsolved mysteries, hate crimes, and drug trafficking are a few of the more strange news stories coming out of the Bronx crime news recently. Authorities have their hands full investigating these incidents and appeal to the public for assistance. Crime, according to the latest report by New York City Police Department…
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New York Assault Laws can be very confusing and are equally dangerous. In all of the frenzy, it can be hard enough to know what to do let alone understand what is going on. New York Assault Laws: Degrees of Assault Assault in the Third Degree Of the three levels, this is the only Misdemeanor….
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New York DUI Laws address three occasions of offense. The first offense results in a fine of $500-$1,000. There is no minimum jail time, but there is a minimum 6-month license suspension. (Once suspended, know that you can apply for a Restricted License at a certain time. The details of your suspension dictate this timeframe.)…
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The court system works to ensure people have fair and speedy trials, no matter who the person is. However, what many people do not know is that there are different types of courts, including military courts and civilian courts. While the goal remains the same, the different courts work with different people. Some courts specialize…
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How much do you know about New York City crime? Although many people believe that the crime rate is high in the city, few people can cite the actual statistics. Take a look at some of the New York City crime statistics and find out how it compares to what you know about the city….
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In the early 1900’s, five Italian families dominated the New York crime scene. These Sicilian Mafia gangs started in the heart of New York City. After a series of hearings, the names of the Five Families became public knowledge. They were the Massino, Colombo, Gambino, Genovese, and Lucchese families. New York Crime and the Five…
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When accused of a crime, people often find themselves feeling lost. The law does not hold back on anyone, but with the right defense lawyers, people own the right to defend successfully their cases. Rather than attempting to navigate the legal system alone, a key in successfully defending one’s case is reaching out for that…
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How can I expunge my criminal record in New York? Well, technically you can’t expunge a criminal record in the state of New York. You can, however, do what is referred to as seal your record, but only if you qualify. To expunge or seal a record are not the same. Expungement means that the…
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What Is A False Confession? Police are using interrogation techniques to gain confessions from people who did not commit the crime. They are prompted through coercion, a mental disorder or incompetency. Juveniles and those with mental disorder are at a higher risk of a false confession. Also, innocent people will falsely confess thinking they can make…
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