Most major cities are affected by some form of gang violence. It’s something government officials, law officers, and community organizers have been trying to resolve for decades. New York has been a distinct target for solutions. Gang violence in New York has plagued the streets for far too long. When there’s gang violence, there’s usually…
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In anticipation of the closing of the city’s largest jail, NYC government officials have released plans for new detention centers in four of the five boroughs. Mayor Bill de Blasio announced support of the project to close Rikers Island in April of 2018. He warned that the process won’t be an easy one and could take…
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The controversy over 3-D guns has been raging since the first plans hit the internet back in 2013. The leading proponent behind the development of 3-D printed guns is former law student Cody Wilson. He is so confident in the viability of the homemade weapon, he built an organization around it. His non-profit firm, Defense…
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The most dangerous serial killers are those that are the most skilled at not getting caught. They’re patient, cunning, yet eager to kill again. The fit into society and gain trust easily. Some have even earned the respect of the communities they stalk. These serial killers pride themselves on not getting caught until they decide…
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A concerning rise in the number of murders in the New York City area has law enforcement and officials on edge. The first half of 2018 showed a slight decrease in the number of serious crimes committed overall, yet the homicide rate rose 8.1 percent over the same period last year. At of the end…
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If you’ve confessed to a crime you didn’t commit, you are not alone. Statistics show that of one out of every four confessions given are false confessions. The reasons for admitting to a crime you didn’t commit are many, but there are steps you can take to minimize the damage of a false confession. What…
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The opioid epidemic in America is at an all-time high. Opioid abuse is rampant, particularly in New York. Prescription and illegally obtained opioid drugs caused 2,147 overdose deaths in New York in 2015. With approximately 80 percent of heroin users having abused opioid prescriptions first, New York lawmakers are seeking ways to reduce the opioid…
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Have you ever heard of the phrase “a top white collar crime?” There is an interesting history behind it. The phrase itself is the creation of criminologist Edwin Sutherland. In the late 1930’s, most people believed theft to be associated with the poor. You see, less than 2% of crimes came from the upper class….
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Service animals have many uses. Unfortunately, some people mistakenly claim their pets as service animals. Recently, New York and other states are cracking down on these fraudulent animal assistance requests. Find out why the courts are taking these requests seriously and what it means for you. What are Fraudulent Animal Assistance Requests? Before you can…
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With all of the focus on police misconduct, there has been plenty of attention in New York City. It is one of the most well-known departments in the nation, so that is no surprise. The records of police misconduct in New York City are so extensive that Wikipedia had to give it it’s own category…
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