The State of New York makes it possible for individuals to carry concealed weapons as long as they have obtained a permit and obey all concealed carry laws. The charges for carrying a concealed weapon without a permit can bring charges ranging from a misdemeanor crime to felony crimes. These charges are officially called Criminal… Read more »
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Probation in New York and How it Works
What is Probation? When you face criminal court in New York for either a misdemeanor or felony case, the court may choose supervised probation for you instead of incarceration. If you are placed on probation, you will need to follow a strict set of rules and meet with your probation officer on a regular basis…. Read more »
Can You Refuse A Field Sobriety Test In New York?
A DWI is an offense that is prosecuted aggressively in New York. One of the most controversial yet important laws is the implied consent law. Under New York’s implied consent law, any motorist with a valid driving license automatically consents to take a chemical test to determine their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) when requested to… Read more »
What Happens if you Violate Probation in New York State?
Probation allows you to continue living a productive life while serving your sentence. According to the State and Federal constitutions, New York judges may offer two categories of probation: interim and sentence probations. Interim probation is awarded to suspects before their verdicts are read out. However, most probations are often given after the defendant has… Read more »
Can I Get My License Back After a DWI? (in NY)
Driving under the influence (DUI) is one of the leading causes of road accident fatalities in the United States. The misdemeanor carries hefty penalties, including suspension of your driver’s license. Of course, your license can also be suspended if you commit other road traffic rules violations, but they often carry less suspension time compared to DUI. … Read more »
How Much Does a DUI/DWI Cost in Legal Fees?
New York’s judicial system is very tough on DUI and DWI offenses because of the potential dangers involved, especially injurious or fatal car accidents. Besides jail time, probation, and license suspension, other consequences of a DUI include fines and other financial penalties. Hiring a good DUI lawyer also comes at a cost. What is… Read more »
New York State DWI Laws: The Facts You Need to Know About
In the state of New York, approximately 30% of all fatal crashes are alcohol-related. This devastating fact is the reason why DWI laws exist both in New York and throughout the country. Officials understand that there are severe dangers presented when any individuals are driving under the influence, and that is why they are so… Read more »
The Importance of Estate Planning
When the term “estate planning” comes to mind, we think of mansions, maybe some antiques, or any possession that can cost an arm and a leg, but estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy. Whether young or old, rich or not, every person can benefit from estate planning. That’s assuming you have assets you can… Read more »
Practical Steps to Take After a DUI/DWI
If you have been arrested for DWI OR DUI, the experience can be frightening and overwhelming, especially if it is your first arrest. The occurrence can bring confusion on what steps you should take to get out of the situation or make the process easier. Some of the stressing issues could be how you can… Read more »