Criminal Law

Many modern criminal investigations involve electronic evidence. Often, police officers want to search a person's cellphone. They may want to read text messages, look at a record of calls they have made, view the websites or apps they have used, examine their location...

The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) determines whether substances can be manufactured, distributed and used for medical purposes. Drugs are categorized into drug schedules under the CSA.   If you are facing criminal charges for drug crimes, then it is important to...

When flashing lights appear in the rearview mirror, many drivers immediately feel anxious and unsure of what will happen next. A traffic stop can move quickly, and every interaction may later become important in court. Even routine conversations during a stop may...

Social media is highly relevant to a pending legal matter, and designating your accounts as private does not legally shield your posts or messages from disclosure if they are relevant to the case. Online activity might draw attention when it appears to show where you...

A drug possession conviction can lead to jail time, fines and a permanent criminal record. The penalties you may face often depend on the type of substance in your possession and the specific circumstances of your arrest. In New York, the quantity and “schedule” of...

A DWI arrest in New York can trigger immediate license suspension and criminal charges. You may face court action, DMV penalties and long-term consequences that affect your record and finances. Arraignment and license suspension Your first court date is the...

A driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York can change how and when you are allowed to drive. For many people in Latham and across the Capital Region, driving ties directly to work, family and daily life. When a court enters a DWI conviction, the effect...

Prescription medication obtained from a pharmacy is a personal possession. It belongs to the patient with the recommendation once they have paid for it directly or with their health insurance coverage. Although people generally have control over what they do with...

If you are facing drug charges, you may feel the road going forward will only lead to incarceration. It might surprise you to learn that in New York, your path could take a beneficial turn away from a jail cell. Depending on the circumstances, alternative sentencing...

Most Americans know that the U.S. Constitution gives them protection against illegal search and seizure when it comes to their homes via the Fourth Amendment. When they’re in their vehicles, however, those rights can become murkier.  It takes just seconds for a...