Press Release re: Leor Kweller Dismissal of Charges
Justice triumphed on May 31, 2023 as Hon. Judge Carol Cocchiola of Broome County Court dismissed all charges ...

Federal Gun Charges Explained
Federal Weapons Charges Over 390 million weapons are thought to be in circulation in the United States. That ...
What Is New York Prostitution?
Under New York law, prostitution is the practice of engaging in relatively indiscriminate sexual activity, in exchange for ...

What Does Supreme Court Decision in Bruen Mean For New York Gun Convictions?
On June 20, 2022, the United States Supreme Court issued a decision in the case of New York State ...
Not Guilty: I Love Brooklyn Juries
As a criminal attorney, the high that I chase is the time between getting a call from the ...

New York Retroactive Youthful Offender Adjudication: New Law You Need to Know
New York Retroactive Youthful Offender Adjudication is your solution to your youthful indiscretions. When you’re young, dumb, and ...
Can You Travel While on Federal Pre-Trial Supervision?
If you’re on federal pre-trial supervision, you may wonder if you can travel while on federal pre-trial supervision ...
Understanding the Parts of a Criminal Trial
The trial in criminal law is the part of the legal process by which an accused person is ...

Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction
In New York, a criminal conviction can have far reaching collateral consequences on your life, far beyond the ...
What To Do If You’re Under Federal Criminal Investigation
Regular people sometimes find themselves in the middle of a federal criminal investigation. One of the more terrifying ...
Can You Marry Your Relative in New York?
Under New York Law, you cannot marry your relative. You also cannot engage in a sexual relationship with ...
New York Juvenile Court Process Explained
New York Juvenile Court process is confusing to say the least. Although it is very similar to the ...
What is Federal Bribery?
Federal Bribery is a charge that is brought against individuals who offer or attempt to offer gifts, money ...

What is Medicare Fraud?
Medicare Fraud is a type of healthcare fraud that occurs when someone knowingly deceives Medicare to receive payment ...

Can I Get in Trouble for Purchasing a Fake COVID-19 Vaccination Card?
The short answer is yes, you can get in trouble for purchasing a fake COVID-19 vaccination card under ...

What is PPP Loan Fraud?
PPP Loan Fraud involves submission of false or fraudulent information to the Small Business Administration in an effort ...
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