It seems as though the more time passes, the more attached to cell phones everyone becomes. The texting while driving epidemic far surpasses the stigma that this is something only teenagers do behind the wheel. This is a problem amongst all drivers, young and old. New York State has announced a crackdown on distracted driving, […]
Read MoreYesterday, New York State announced that a new law went into effect on April 1st that requires law enforcement agencies to keep video recordings of custodial interrogations. This new law will only apply to those who are accused of committing very serious crimes that may include violent felony sex offenses and homicides. The purpose of […]
Read MoreIndividuals who break the law in Rockland County when it comes to driving under the influence will be subject to very serious penalties. Though many people have a tendency to associate driving under the influence with alcohol, and they are correct to do so, it is also important to be aware that it is possible […]
Read MoreNew York State takes all crimes very seriously and aim to hold all individuals who commit crimes accountable for breaking the law. Of course, when crimes become violent, the penalties are much more severe. When an individual is charged with stealing from another party, they may be faced with a wide variety of charges and […]
Read MoreOne of the biggest fears many parents have is what will happen if their child under the age of 18 years old is arrested. In New York, juvenile crimes are taken very seriously and are handled with care. The courts understand that juveniles make mistakes and still have a lot of life left ahead of them. They […]
Read MoreAs one of the components of New York State’s Criminal Justice Reform Initiative, there is a major focus on helping New Yorkers return to society after they have been incarcerated. In fact, the governor announced this week that he will be advancing reforms to help individuals return to the community after they have been released […]
Read MoreAfter the most recent mass school shooting in Parkland, Florida, governors from four northeastern states have announced a coalition to combat gun violence. The “States for Gun Safety” coalition consists of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Governors from the states involved in this coalition plan to pool their resources in an effort […]
Read MoreIn New York State, shoplifting is taken very seriously. Though the term shoplifting is often used, the crime itself is known throughout the state as larceny. If an individual is arrested for larceny in Rockland County or throughout the state, they will be facing serious consequences upon conviction. Larceny penalties are decided heavily on the […]
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