Legal Articles, Felony
Drunk Drivers Intervention Program
Drunk Drivers Impaired Intervention Program: IDIP DWI New Hampshire
A Defendant’s Physical Appearance in Court
In court, a defendant’s physical appearance can be of great importance. The judge, jury, and prosecutor will all form impressions about the defendant’s character, based upon his or her appearance. These impressions can affect every aspect of a case, and result in a more or less favorable outcome
The Importance of a Criminal Defendant’s Right to Remain Silent
As an attorney whose caseload includes a good deal of criminal defense work, there is one recurring them that stands out: clients who spoke to the police when it would have been in their best interest to remain silent.
Rockefeller Drug Law Reforms
In April 2009, Governor David Paterson signed legislation which effectively transferred discretion from the prosecutor to the judge concerning sentencing in many felony drug cases.
A Rise in Mortgage Fraud
As reported in the August 23, 2010 edition of the Wall Street Journal, mortgage fraud is again on the rise after a precipitous decline following its 2006 peak.
"Secret Shopper" email scams
Fraud alert - "Secret Shopper" email solicitations inviting recipient to "observe and comment" on an experience at a retailer or store front service provider, such as Western Union.
Shoplifting Defense
The most common shoplifting charges I see are petit larceny, Penal Law Section 155.25 and criminal possession of stolen property, Penal Law Section 165.40.
U.S. Supreme Court Developments for Motions to Suppress
In 2005, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down eleven cases bearing on motions to suppress evidence and statements due to improper searches and interrogations. The following is a guide to those decisions and their impact on state law.