Monthly Archives: November 2023
What Is a Class A Felony in New York?
Being charged with any felony crime in New York is a serious thing. However, some felony crimes are considered more serious than others. In New York, Class A felonies are considered the most serious out of all the classes of felonies. The other classes of felonies are Class B, C, D, and E. In… Read More »
Trial Tactics for Criminal Defendants
A lot is on the line when you are facing criminal charges and are about to go to trial. Being convicted of a crime can result in you spending years in jail. It can result in you paying substantial monetary fines. There are also many collateral consequences of criminal convictions. A criminal conviction can… Read More »
New York Police Department Announces Citywide Crime Statistics for October 2023
On November 8, 2023, the New York Police Department released the crime statistics for the month of October 2023. For the month of October 2023, overall crime went down compared to the same month in 2022. The overall index crime for the month of October 2023 reduced by 3%. In October 2022, there were… Read More »
What Is a Class D Felony in New York?
In New York, there are two main categories of crimes. These are misdemeanors and felonies. Felonies are typically more serious than misdemeanors. However, even a misdemeanor charge can result in harsh penalties. Misdemeanors and felonies are further classified into different subcategories known as “classes.” It is crucial to understand the different classes of crimes… Read More »
What Is a Class C Felony in New York?
While both misdemeanors and felonies can result in jail time, fines, and other penalties, felonies usually result in harsher penalties than misdemeanors. Under felonies, the higher the level of the crime, the harsher the consequences. There are five categories of felonies in New York: Classes A, B, C, D, and E. Class A is… Read More »
The Crime of Perjury in New York
Perjury is a serious crime in New York. In New York, you can face harsh penalties if convicted of perjury. However, because the burden of proof for perjury is significant, defense attorneys often have a strong chance of beating these charges. If you are facing perjury charges in New York, contact an experienced criminal… Read More »
Common Immigration-Related Offenses
According to research, immigration-related cases comprise a significant portion of the federal criminal caseload. Research suggests that in Fiscal Year 2021, immigration-related cases accounted for almost 30% of all cases. The U.S. takes immigration-related cases very seriously. If you are found guilty of an immigration offense, you could face severe penalties. You could be… Read More »
Debunking Common Myths About DUI Cases (Part 2)
We debunked four common myths about DUI cases in a previous article with the same title. The myths we debunked in that article are; You must answer all the questions a police officer asks you You are required to submit to field sobriety tests You cannot be charged if you refuse to take a… Read More »
What Is the Difference Between Embezzlement and Money Laundering?
Embezzlement and money laundering are both types of white-collar crimes. They are both financial crimes that involve moving huge amounts of money. However, embezzlement and money laundering are two different crimes. Prosecutors must prove a unique set of elements in order to secure a conviction for each offense. In other words, what a prosecutor… Read More »
