In New York State, you’re entitled to the right to remain silent. You’re not required to speak to a police officer. Generally, your Miranda warnings allow you not to offer incriminating evidence against yourself by the way of statements. When you advise the officer that you don’t want to speak with them any further, the […]
Read MoreGrand Larceny in New York State is the taking of property that doesn’t belong to you valued at $3,000 or more. When you’re charged with the more serious offense of grand larceny, the judge can require a higher bail because it is a felony. If you’re found guilty or plead guilty to that felony charge, […]
Read MoreThe difference between a felony and a misdemeanor is the grade of the offense or the seriousness of the offense. In New York State, if you’re charged with a felony, you face the most serious offense. Most felonies start from an E-grade felony all the way up to an A-1 felony. They comes with mandatory […]
Read MoreIn New York State, a person can be charged with a sex offense or sex-related charge merely based upon one person making a report that they were either abused, raped or other misconduct took place. The police department will typically conduct a full-blown investigation in conjunction with the local district attorney’s office. It’s very serious […]
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