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A drug charge in New York may carry a range of penalties. The classification of drug and amount possessed determine how the authorities proceed with prosecution and sentence. The classification of dangerous substances (CDS) ranges from less harmful in Schedule V all...
If your college student receives charges for a criminal offense such as driving while intoxicated, your first concern is probably for his or her future. Convictions can affect finances, job eligibility, education and many other areas. Review the possible penalties for...
Getting caught driving while intoxicated in New York may carry some strict legal repercussions. The way law enforcement goes about clearing the streets of impaired drivers may account for the low DWI crash statistics for the state. Facing a DWI is not a pleasant...
Following a conviction for driving while intoxicated, you likely have a legal requirement to install an ignition interlock device on your car, truck or SUV. The device requires you to submit a breath sample both before starting the engine and periodically during your...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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)...
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...