In a recent gun case before the New York Appellate Division, First Department, the defendant asked…
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The Emergency Doctrine as Reason for a Police Officer to Search Private Property — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — January 9, 2025
In a recent New York gun case, the Court upheld a warrantless search of a defendant’s…
When Can a New York Police Officer Pull You Over for a Traffic Stop? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — December 26, 2024
Most drivers are aware that under certain circumstances, a police officer is authorized to pull over…
The Importance of Credibility During Suspect Identification — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — December 19, 2024
Recently a juvenile who was adjudicated a Juvenile Delinquent in Family Court recently won an appeal. …
Can a Police Officer Lie to Elicit a Confession from a Suspect in New York? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — December 5, 2024
In a recent criminal case before a New York court, the defendant appealed her conviction for…
New York Defendant Unsuccessfully Argues to Overturn Drug Convictions — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — December 12, 2024
Recently, a New York defendant in a drug case, appealed his convictions before the Appellate Division,…
The Difficulty of Overturning the Denial of a Motion to Suppress in New York Criminal Courts — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — November 30, 2024
In a New York criminal case, an experienced criminal defense lawyer will often file what’s called…
Destruction of Surveillance Video During New York Criminal Proceedings — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — November 23, 2024
Video evidence has become increasingly common and increasingly important in criminal cases. In New York, criminal…
Understanding the Right to Represent Yourself in New York — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — November 17, 2024
In both the state of New York and the United States more broadly, criminal defendants have…
How Difficult Is it for New York Defendants to Argue Insufficiency of Evidence After Trial? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — November 10, 2024
Sometimes, if a jury finds a defendant guilty of a crime like sexual assault or any…
The Importance of Putting Forward Sufficient Evidence During Your Criminal Case — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — October 21, 2024
The United States Constitution provides that the defendant has no duty to present any evidence showing…
Arguing Misidentification in New York Cases Involving Violent Crimes — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — October 28, 2024
If you have been charged with a violent crime in New York, including assault, assault and…
What is NY TAC Defense, and Why Every New York Gun Owner Needs It — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — November 3, 2024
Protecting your rights starts before you ever need to use your firearm. If you own a…
New York Case Highlights the Importance of Experience with Criminal Procedure — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — August 12, 2024
As we have written extensively, discovery is a large part of the criminal process. In a…
Rollover Bus Crash in Upstate New York — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — December 29, 2021
Several bus crashes in upstate New York over the last few years have been cause for…
What Happens When a Judge Exerts Too Much Influence During Trial? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — August 19, 2024
In criminal trials, juries must reach unanimous verdicts, which means all jurors must find a defendant…
Construction Site Stairwell Slip and Fall Liability — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — December 30, 2021
Slip and fall accidents can happen almost anywhere, and while some people may be able to…
People v. Anonymous Female, 143 Misc. 2d 197 (N.Y. City Ct. 1989) — New York Criminal Lawyer Blog 24/7 — January 31, 2024
Public lewdness, as defined by New York law, involves engaging in lewd behavior in a public…
When Will a Court Decide that Evidence of a Prior Crime is Admissible? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — August 26, 2024
In New York, the prosecution in a criminal case is generally unable to present evidence of…
New Distractions on the Road in White Plains and Around Upstate New York — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — January 7, 2022
Distracted driving is a significant cause of crashes, including fatal accidents, across the country. This type…