First Degree v. Third Degree Assault in New York — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — September 16, 2024

When an individual is charged with assault, the proceedings can take many different forms. It can…

Criminal Court considered whether to dismiss indecent exposure charges. People v. Orimogunje, 35 Misc. 3d 639 (N.Y. Crim. Ct. 2012)

Background FactsThe incident occurred on September 20, 2011, when a civilian witness noticed Lawrence Orimogunje sitting…

Using Psychological Tests as Evidence During Criminal Proceedings in New York — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — September 24, 2024

One set of tools that defendants can use throughout the course of their litigation is psychological…

Is It Legal to Record a Threatening Roommate in a New York Homeless Shelter? — New York Criminal Lawyer Blog 24/7 — December 4, 2024

Living in a homeless shelter can present numerous challenges, including sharing close quarters with individuals who…

When Can a Police Officer Legally Frisk a Suspect in New York? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — October 8, 2024

We have written extensively about the rights of citizens involved in street encounters with the police…

How Someone with a Lengthy Criminal History Can Pass Background Checks in New York — New York Criminal Lawyer Blog 24/7 — December 5, 2024

Navigating the complexities of criminal records and background checks can be particularly challenging for individuals with…