What Is Voir Dire in Criminal Defense?

Posted on : March 10, 2022
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When you are arrested for a criminal offense, you are entitled to a fair trial which depending on the crime, may include a jury. Voir dire is the latin term for questioning jurors to ensure they are fit to serve. Both prosecutors and criminal defense lawyers can participate in voir dire. Here’s what you should Learn More

Juvenile Charges For School Threats

Posted on : February 28, 2022
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How Do I Defend My Child Against Making School Threats?    Threats against schools or other educational institutions are treated very seriously in New York. Even so, some children may test the waters by joking around about bringing weapons or harming other kids at the school. If your child made threats at school, they may Learn More

Can Social Media Ruin My Criminal Case?

Posted on : January 31, 2022
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Social Media And Your Criminal Case: What You Need To Know Social media is as widespread as it has ever been, and it may potentially even be used against you in court if you’ve been arrested for a crime. Here’s what you need to know about how social platforms like Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram Learn More

Traffic Stop Pat Downs In New York

Posted on : December 18, 2021
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Can a Police Officer Do a Pat-Down During a New York Traffic Stop? If a police officer stops your vehicle, they may ask to pat you down, even if it’s only for a minor traffic infraction such as a broken taillight or failure to yield. The officer claims the pat-down is for their own protection. Learn More

What Is a False Confession?

Posted on : November 8, 2021
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A false confession is an acknowledgment of guilt for a criminal offense that was not committed by the accused. Although it may seem paradoxical, such admissions can be given freely, for example to protect someone else, or via coercive interrogation tactics. False confessions are distinct from forced confessions, which are obtained via the use of Learn More

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