If you have been pulled over by a police officer for a minor traffic violation (e.g. your light is out), and the cop tells you that he or she wants to pat down your body in order to ensure his or her own safety, do you have the right to say no?...
Category: Criminal Defense
Counterfeit COVID-19 Vaccination Cards Can Result in Criminal Charges in NY
As more and more entities have begun to require people to receive the COVID-19 vaccination, more people have been looking to obtain a fake vaccination card. With the large amount of money that can be made from selling counterfeit vaccination cards, some people have taken to doing just that. However, those who...
Arrested? Here’s What Not to Do
When you have been arrested, it can be extremely overwhelming and scary. You may have absolutely no idea what to do next. But here are four things that you should not do.
1. Discuss the CaseWhen you are so upset and emotional after an arrest,...
What Is Racketeering?
You have probably heard of the word “racketeering” but may not know what it means. Racketeering can best be defined under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. RICO, which was established in 1970, includes several federal crimes.
What Crimes Are Considered Racketeering?Crimes under...
When Can You Plead Insanity?
Whether you were in another place at the time or were unknowingly drugged, there are often a number of defenses available when you have been charged with a crime. But what if you commit a crime without knowing that it was wrong? This is sometimes the case due to mental disease or...