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What is Stalking in New York?
Do you know what behaviors could get you charged with stalking in New York? Sometimes behavior that one might believe is purely persistent can cross the line into an illegal act. To avoid this problem, understand what stalking is. What does it mean to stalk someone? Stalking is defined as “a pattern of following or…
Advice for Out-of-State-Drivers who Receive Traffic Tickets in New York
Are you a resident of another state who has received a traffic ticket in New York? Don’t assume the traffic ticket is going to go away just because you’re going to go home soon. Getting traffic tickets has consequences no matter where you get them. Here’s what you need to know about dealing with a…
Can a Felony Charge be Reduced to a Misdemeanor Charge?
When you work with a criminal attorney you’re working with an expert whose job it is to bring your case to its most successful conclusion. In some cases that will mean acquittal at trial, but this will not be possible in every case. Sometimes a plea bargain really is the right option. While it’s arguable…
Defending Against a DUI Breath Test Case
Think that blowing into a breathalyzer creates an open-and-shut case that you can’t possibly generate a defense against? You’d be incorrect. Every day, the team at Scott Russell Law mounts defenses against DUI cases where the breathalyzer test is the major source of evidence. There are two ways that this can be done. Through the…
What Happens When You Write a Bad Check in New York?
Anyone can bounce a check from time to time, but when does an NSF check become a crime in New York? In theory, the NSF check becomes a Class B misdemeanor the moment you write it. In practice, each county in New York has a waiting period before the merchant can pursue criminal action. In…
What to Do if There’s a Warrant for Your Arrest in New York
Learning you have a warrant out for your arrest is always a nasty surprise. If you’ve learned about it by any means other than being arrested you have some room to move, but what should you be doing? Here’s everything you need to know. What the Warrant Means A warrant means one of three things.…
Should You Testify on Your Own Behalf in a Misdemeanor Case?
When you are accused of a crime you might well be eager to testify on your own behalf, especially if you are innocent. You may be angry at the accusation and intent on telling your side of the story. It’s important to consult closely with your New York criminal defense attorney before making that decision.…
How an Orange County Criminal Lawyer Gets Charges Dismissed
While it’s not easy to get a criminal case dismissed, it is possible. One of the easiest ways is to convince the district attorney they don’t have enough evidence to convict. Keep in mind this will depend on the individual DA. Many DAs will happily take a weak case all the way to trial. It…
Where Can I Take the NY Traffic Safety Courses
Taking traffic safety courses can help you lower your insurance rates and get points off your license. They can remove 4 points, which can keep your license from getting suspended on your next traffic violation if you happen to be close to 11 points. They can also make you a better driver, which is often…
What Goes Wrong When People Try to Fight Traffic Tickets on Their Own
You may be tempted to believe you can fight a traffic ticket on your own. You might think: how hard can it be? Do I really want to spend money on a traffic ticket lawyer? Yet you should be aware that a traffic ticket is a legal matter like any other court case, and a…
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