“You are under arrest for assault and battery.” This phrase gets said so often in crime dramas that many people are under the impression that these two terms mean the same thing. In fact, the reality is much more complex than this. Whether or not “assault and battery”...

Sometimes, a case can hinge on witness testimony. What can you do if that witness happens to be a child? According to the American Bar Association, children can make reliable witnesses when approached appropriately. Issues begin to arise when the adults involved do...

It can be difficult to judge your own level of intoxication after having a couple of drinks. In some cases, you might feel alright and decide that you can probably drive home. Before you take that risk, it’s important to understand the consequences of being pulled...

When facing criminal charges, you may also hear the term plea bargain thrown around. In certain situations, the defendant faces the option of taking a plea bargain. Usually, they do so in exchange for a guilty plea.  But if someone offers you a plea bargain, should...

When you go to prison after a court sentences you for a criminal conviction, you lose some rights. Most notably, you lose your right to freedom. However, you still retain some of the rights you have as an American citizen.  The ACLU explains that the constitution...

If you are facing domestic violence accusations, it is imperative to understand your rights as well as the potential impact of the case. Every year, many people in New York are falsely accused of domestic violence and these allegations often have a devastating impact...

Plea Bargains are a part of nearly every case in the U.S. criminal justice system. Whether or not it is a good idea for you to accept a plea bargain depends on the exact nature and details of your case, but it is likely the prosecution will offer you a plea bargain...

There are a great many misconceptions out there when it comes to defining "sexual assault" in New York. Many people may think it only means forced sexual intercourse, yet in reality, quite a few intimate acts could leave you facing a sexual assault charge. This may...

Criminal possession of a weapon is one of the most serious offences in New York. The state has very strict laws in regards to weapons possession. The New York Penal Code definition of “deadly weapon” includes “any loaded weapon from which a shot, readily capable of...

While you may enjoy the liberties you have in the United States under the first amendment, there is a fine line between free speech and defamation. If you find yourself on either end of a defamation lawsuit, you may feel confused about the boundaries between the two. ...