Controlled substances are drugs that can be highly addictive and dangerous if used incorrectly. Some are prescription medications available on a limited basis to treat certain medical conditions, while others have no acceptable uses. An epidemic of opioid use across...
The law covers a range of different theft charges. They can be minor crimes or very serious ones. The level of seriousness often will depend on the value of the stolen goods. Theft crimes fall under the general crime of larceny, according to the New York Senate. The...
With the holidays right around the corner, it’s an important time to discuss drinking and driving. While the increase in holiday parties and social gatherings can be a lot of fun, unfortunately this time of year sees an increase in drinking and driving related...
The holidays are rolling in and while some people see this as “the most wonderful time of the year”, many others find it to be the most stressful time of the year. Between buying gifts on a budget, increased traffic, and being cooped up inside, emotions can run hot....
Oftentimes when someone gets arrested, the first question running through their mind is am I going to jail for this? As you might imagine, I get asked this question quite frequently. Fortunately, due to alternative sentencing, I’m often able to answer this question...
Most people know if they commit a crime they can be arrested. What many people do not know, is that even if you personally don’t commit the crime, you can still be arrested if the person you are with did. Under the law, a person can be charged with a crime committed...
Because of the Coronavirus, many people are seeing their loved ones fall prey to a debilitating virus. As a result, they are finding that handling the healthcare decisions and finances of their loved ones while they are sick requires them to have a power of attorney...
This week I’ve driven home from my office a couple of times and noticed the same thing each day – in one of the cars around me someone was clearly smoking Marijuana. Please remember, that even during this time when less people are on the road, it’s never safe to drink...
With the Coronavirus causing a pandemic, we are seeing many collateral effects outside of the healthcare industry, including an enormous impact on small businesses. As people are unable to leave their homes and companies are ordered to close, business are floundering....
People often experience collateral consequences from having a criminal record. It can impact their ability to work, their ability to go to school, their ability to vote, and even their ability to obtain certain public benefits. Because of this, many people ask how to...