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Mistakes To Avoid During Your Probation To Make Completing Your Probation Easy

By Mark I. Cohen, Esq. |

If you were found guilty of a crime and sentenced to probation, meaning you are serving your sentence in the community, it is crucial that you avoid making mistakes that could make completing your probation harder. As it is already, successfully completing probation is not easy. So making certain mistakes will only make it… Read More »

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Tips For Successfully Completing Your Probation

By Mark I. Cohen, Esq. |

If you have been sentenced to probation after being found guilty of a crime, you are probably relieved that you don’t have to spend time in jail. However, the truth is that successfully completing probation is not an easy task. Fortunately, while completing your probation successfully is not easy, you can get through it…. Read More »

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3 Of The Most Commonly Violated Rights Of The Accused

By Mark I. Cohen, Esq. |

If you are facing criminal accusations, you might believe law enforcement officers violated your rights. Well, you could be right. Law enforcement officers frequently violate suspects’ rights during arrests and investigations. If law enforcement officers have violated your rights, you could use the violation(s) as a defense in your case. In this article, we… Read More »

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Understanding The Difference Between Aggravating And Mitigating Factors In Criminal Sentencing

By Mark I. Cohen, Esq. |

After a criminal defendant is found guilty, the judge must decide the defendant’s punishment. Criminal laws often set mandatory sentencing restrictions. However, judges have some discretion when it comes to sentencing. Some factors can influence a judge’s sentencing decisions, such as aggravating and mitigating factors. Mitigating factors can lead to a judge ordering a… Read More »

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4 Signs You Probably Should Not Accept A Plea Deal

By Mark I. Cohen, Esq. |

After you are arrested and charged with a crime, you can take your case to trial or take care of your case through plea bargaining. Most criminal cases in the United States of America are taken care of through plea bargaining. To be precise, it is estimated that between 90 to 95 percent of… Read More »

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Things You Need To Tell Your Criminal Defense Attorney

By Mark I. Cohen, Esq. |

Hiring a good defense attorney can keep you from being convicted when charged with a crime. However, it can be challenging for your attorney to secure a favorable outcome if you do not communicate effectively with them. You must tell your attorney everything they need to know to help you win your case. Remember,… Read More »

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Recognized.

"... Mr. Cohen's effort... in everything he has done before the Court, is A-Plus... [R]ecently, in another case... [before me], the result he achieved for his client... was quite impressive." Honorable Kenneth M. Karas, United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York.

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"So I have very sophisticated counsel here and, Mr. Cohen, [your client] is very fortunate in having you as his attorney, and I hope he appreciates that." – Quote from the Honorable Denise L. Cote, United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York.

Respected.

"As Mark Cohen, a defense lawyer who has tried cases throughout the city and was a prosecutor in the Bronx, pointed out, there is a saying among defense lawyers in New York." – As provided in the New York Times City Room Blog.

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