Signs You May Have Been Wrongfully Arrested in NYC
Getting arrested in NYC is a traumatic experience that catches many people off guard. While you might think law enforcement was simply doing their…
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5 Key Steps to Take if Someone Wrongly Accused You of a Crime
No one expects to face charges for something they didn’t do. But when it happens, it can have far-reaching consequences that could damage your…
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A Simple Guide to Understanding Misdemeanor Offenses in New York
Misdemeanor offenses in New York are a serious matter and shouldn’t be taken lightly. From minor infractions to felonies, getting one on your criminal…
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Man Arrested and Charged After Stray Gunshot Hits Bystander
Some of our readers in the New York City metro area may have heard about a recent incident that allegedly occurred in Times Square,…
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On-Duty New York City Police Officer Faces DWI Charges
Being charged with driving while intoxicated in New York City can lead to severe penalties including jail time, fines and a loss of driving…
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NYPD Finally Admits to Illegally Saving Kids’ Fingerprints
Sometimes it is hard to know who to believe. For years, the New York City Police Department insisted that it was not illegally saving…
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Convictions On Drug Sale Charges Carry Heavy Penalties
New York’s drug laws are some of the toughest and most complicated in the nation. The state has six degrees of felonies for drug…
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New York Lawmakers Pass Important Criminal Justice Reforms
America’s criminal justice system operates on the principle that each defendant is innocent until proven guilty. From that perspective, prosecutors should not care about…
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Woman Charges Uber with Sexual Assault and False Imprisonment by Driver
On February 23, a Minnesota woman brought a lawsuit against ride-share service Uber, charging that the company does not adequately screen its drivers and…
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Global Commission Urges Decriminalization of Drug Use & Possession
As drug violence continues to rock countries around the world, a global commission – including former Latin American and European presidents, aims to decriminalize drug…
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