Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Reputed NYC Crime Boss Among Mobsters Arrested On Racketeering Charges
On September 14, 2021, the NYPD and FBI busted over a dozen mobsters, including the 87-year-old Andrew “Mush” Russo and 83-year-old underboss Benjamin “Benji” Castellazzo. Russo and Benji are allegedly long-time members of the Colombo crime family. The mobsters were arrested for various charges, including labor racketeering and extortion fraud scheme. According to the… Read More »
A 70-Year-Old Dentist In Long Island Was Recently Arrested For Giving Prescription Drugs To Women In Exchange For Sex
On 25 August 2021, a Long Island dentist, Dr. Barry Arnold, was arrested and charged with administering prescription drugs to women in exchange for sex. According to news sources, Dr. Barry, a practicing dentist with an office in Valley Stream, was charged with writing illegal prescriptions to women for Xanax, oxycodone, and Percocet in… Read More »
The Crime Of Escape: The Differing Degrees Of The Crime
In New York, the crime of escape can be classified as either a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the specifics of the case. It is important to note that any incidences of escape are taken quite seriously, and the crime of escape is aggressively prosecuted in the State of New York. Therefore, if you… Read More »
Understanding Why Eyewitnesses Are Often Wrong
Eyewitnesses play a crucial role in the investigation and prosecution of crimes. But, when you look at cases overturned because of DNA evidence, you will find that inaccurate eyewitness testimonies are often to blame. This shows that just because eyewitnesses tend to get a lot of support from the court and jury does not… Read More »
Manhattan Prosecutors Charge Pair With Selling Fake Coronavirus Vaccination Cards
A New Jersey woman was recently charged in a conspiracy to sell hundreds of fake coronavirus vaccination cards over Instagram. Jasmine Clifford, 31, of Lyndhurst, New Jersey, was charged alongside Nadayza Barkley, 27, who works at a medical clinic in Patchogue, New York. According to prosecutors, Ms. Clifford sold approximately 250 forged cards over… Read More »
2 Strong Defenses That Can Help Individuals Charged With Assault
An accusation of a violent crime such as an assault crime can lead to harsh penalties. For instance, in New York, assault in the third degree carries a prison sentence of up to one year. On the other hand, assault in the second degree carries a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 2 years and… Read More »
A Man From Rochester Sentenced To Three Years For Computer Fraud And Aggravated Identity Theft
According to the United States Department of Justice, in August 2021, a 25-year-old man from Rochester, Monroe County, New York, was sentenced to thirty-six months in federal prison after stealing nude photos of dozens of female victims. The man was sentenced for aggravated identity theft and computer fraud in connection with his hacking of… Read More »
Are You An NYC Employee, Freelancer, Or Independent Contractor With A Criminal History? Here’s Some Crucial Information For You
In case you, as a New York City employee, freelancer, or independent contractor with a criminal history, still don’t know, the city’s Fair Chance Act (FCA) now protects employees, freelancers, and independent contractors with criminal records. The Fair Chance Act is an Act that prohibits employers from ruling out a job applicant based on… Read More »
3 Potential Ways Of Challenging The Reliability Of Breathalyzer Test Results
In New York, the implied consent law states that any individual who operates any motorized automobile or machine in the state consents to a chemical test. So, when stopped by a law enforcement officer on suspicion of drunk driving, you are expected by law to submit to saliva, urine, blood, or breath test for… Read More »
Parole Vs. Probation: Understanding The Difference Between The Two
When a person gets into legal trouble, they can face several consequences depending on the specifics of their case. Two possible legal penalties that you may face if convicted of a crime are parole and probation. The terms “parole” and “probation” are often used interchangeably in conversations, but there is a huge difference between… Read More »
