Oftentimes, when I meet with individuals in my office for the first time, they indicate that they were not read their Miranda rights. Because of that, they believe their case should be dismissed. While we oftentimes see officers reading the Miranda rights to...
A Former District Attorney Now Fighting For Your Rights
Month: September 2017
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TIPS ON DEALING WITH POLICE
When you are pulled over by the city or state police, both you and the officer are instantly thrust into an uncomfortable situation. The officer's duty is to make sure that you are following all local and state laws, but the officer reserves the right to take more...
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN A FELONY, MISDEMEANOR, AND A VIOLATION?
In New York State, offenses are classified in three different categories: felonies, which are punishable by more than one year in jail; misdemeanors, which are punishable by up to one year in jail; and violations, which are punishable by up to 15 days in jail....