Category Archives: Criminal
New York Police Department Announces Citywide Crime Statistics for December 2023
On January 4, 2024, the New York Police Department posted the crime statistics for the month of December 2023 on its website. For the month of December 2023, overall crime went up in New York City, and shootings continued to decline. The overall index crime increased by 2.4% in December 2023 compared to the… Read More »
5 Crucial Things To Tell Your Criminal Defense Attorney
If you are facing criminal charges, the first and most crucial thing you should do is to contact a qualified criminal defense attorney. Whether innocent or guilty, you should avoid handling your criminal case alone without legal representation. While you have the legal right to represent yourself, it is advisable that you avoid doing… Read More »
How To Handle Police Encounters
Encountering the police is one of the scariest experiences in life. Generally, encounters with the police fall under three categories. First, you can encounter the police in a public place. Second, you can encounter the police in a private area, like your home. Finally, people encounter police officers while in their vehicles. This article… Read More »
Tips for Your First Criminal Court Appearance
After a person is arrested, they are arraigned in court within a few days or weeks, depending on the jurisdiction. An arraignment is the first formal court appearance where a criminal suspect stands before a judge, hears the charges against them, and enters a plea. For many people, an arraignment is a nerve-wracking experience…. Read More »
Understanding Reckless Endangerment in New York
Many crimes, such as robbery, shoplifting, murder, arson, drug possession, drug trafficking, and stalking are common. Even if a person does not know all the elements of a crime, they have a general idea of what these terms mean. On the other hand, some crimes are misunderstood. One commonly misunderstood offense is “reckless endangerment.”… Read More »
Crucial Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney
It is estimated that over 10 million people are arrested yearly in the U.S. If you find yourself arrested and charged with a crime, one of the best decisions you can make is to hire a criminal defense attorney. However, when it comes to defense attorneys, it is crucial to note that the choice… Read More »
New York Police Department Announces Citywide Crime Statistics for November 2023
On December 5, 2023, the New York Police Department posted the crime statistics for the month of November 2023 on its website. For the month of November 2023, overall crime went down again in New York City, and shootings continued to decline. Overall index crime went down by 4.1% in November 2023 compared to… Read More »
What Rights Do You Have as a Probationer?
As a probationer, you have constitutional rights. However, your rights may be subject to certain limitations or conditions compared to people who are not on probation. If you were recently sentenced to probation, you may be wondering what rights you have as a probationer. In this article, we discuss some of the rights you… Read More »
Distinction Between Negative, Affirmative, and Procedural Defenses
When facing criminal charges, it is crucial to retain the services of a skilled defense attorney. A qualified criminal defense attorney can help develop a strong defense strategy. In criminal cases, defenses generally fall into three categories: negative, affirmative, and procedural. The strategy used in your case will depend on the specifics of your… Read More »
5 Things You Should Not Do in Criminal Court
When facing criminal charges, there are several ways of resolving your criminal case. One of the most common ways of resolving criminal cases is through plea bargaining. Research suggests that about 90 to 95 percent of criminal cases are resolved through plea bargaining. Another way of resolving criminal cases is by going to trial…. Read More »
