When it comes to drug-related crimes, drug distribution is one of the most serious charges. Facing drug distribution charges can be intimidating. You might not know what to expect or how to handle the situation. Fortunately, the situation isn’t as bad as you might think. There could be a way around a conviction. Find out…

Firearm possession charges in New York can be something that is problematic. The state has a reputation for crime, though it isn’t as bad as it used to be. Still, some people feel the need to protect themselves. The question is how to do that within the limits of the law. And if you happen…

Under the Trump administration, illegal immigrants in the US live in fear. An increase in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids has caused a rise in immigration-related arrests. Across the US, raids brought ICE agents into homes and businesses in search of illegal aliens. Although the raids were country-wide, New York City experienced some…

In the past few decades, there have been a handful of notable white collar crimes. Although the crimes make the news, the white collar criminals who committed them don’t always make headlines. Often, they remain overshadowed by their crimes. Learn about the most famous white collar criminals and what crimes they committed. 1. Jeffrey Skilling…

In New York, the bail system needs a bit of work. Fortunately, public defenders are well aware of this fact. They are working to change New York’s bail law. If they are successful, they could make sure that your finances don’t dictate your freedom. Understanding New York’s Bail Law If you go to criminal court…

There has been more attention to revenge porn in recent years. There are a few ways to get around it, but recently there have been proposals to end that. The line between what is legal and what isn’t is a little blurry. But, if you aren’t sure about whether or not they apply to you;…

In New York, politicians are trying to make gun violence less common. To accomplish this goal, the police are working on limiting the occurrence of illegal gun sale trade. However, that is more difficult than it sounds. Despite a decrease in gang violence, New York is still experiencing high rates of the sale of illegal….

In the US, law enforcement has a great deal of power. With that power comes responsibility. However, law enforcement doesn’t always act responsibly. At times, they can abuse their power. Confession coercion is one of the ways that they can abuse it. Learn why law enforcement might try to coerce a confession out of you…

A JAG lawyer is someone who is one of a kind, in that they understand the civilian and military sides of the law. They have experienced law in a different way than most attorneys, which gives them another perspective in cases. This means that you are getting a lawyer who thinks like no other. They…