Rochester Criminal Defense Law Blog
Know your options when you get a traffic ticket
Most people get a traffic ticket at one time or another. Ignoring this citation will compound the problem, adding extra penalties and possibly resulting in a warrant. Review your options when facing a traffic ticket for speeding, running a red light or another moving...
When is fighting a traffic ticket worth it?
Sometimes, going to court can seem like too much of a hassle if you get a traffic ticket. For example, you may not want to return to New York to address your ticket if you live out of state. However, consider these reasons why it may be worth it to fight your traffic...
Can a criminal record get you expelled from school?
College is the time in your life when it seems to be acceptable to try crazy things. The stereotype of a college student is parties and last-minute papers. However, your school probably isn’t quite so on-board with that lifestyle. It’s important for you to understand...
Can you receive student aid if you have been convicted of a crime?
For many students, financial aid is what makes it possible to attend college. However, when those students have a criminal record, it may seem impossible to get the help they need to afford higher education. While many believe that having a criminal record prevents...
The 3 main types of drunk driving offenses in New York
Every year, law enforcement officers in New York arrest tens of thousands of people on suspicion of drunk driving. In 2018, that figure topped 35,000 arrests. But not all drunk driving charges are created equal. Under state law, a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC)...
When can law enforcement pull you over?
Everyone dreads seeing the flashing lights of law enforcement turn on behind their vehicle. The time it takes to pull to the side of the road and listen to the officer or wait while they write you a ticket might make you late for an important meeting, result in an...
4 common driving behaviors that can lead to a ticket
With the number of laws for driving, you may not always be able to keep up with what’s legal and what’s illegal. But like many New Yorkers, you may commit violations without even knowing. Even though you consider these habits normal, the police may not feel the same....
6 common reasons police pull people over
When you drive the same way every day, you try to stay cautious of the rules of the road. But with the many laws that police enforce on New York highways, you may slip up. So which traffic violation are you most at risk of doing? On the state website, the New York...
