Bombs are some of the most terrifying weapons. Whether they’re explosive or incendiary in nature, bombs can cause both property damage and injuries – even death. The mere threat of an explosive device can also be very dangerous on its own, causing people to panic and...
Auto insurance fraud takes many forms. It could involve lying on your insurance application forms for a better rate. Or filing an insurance claim for damages you intentionally inflicted upon your car. But of the various ways to commit auto insurance fraud, staged...
One of the things that many people hear during interviews, media reports, TV shows and police investigations is someone saying they “plead the Fifth.” Someone who pleads the Fifth is refusing to make any comments that could lead to self-incrimination. Pleading the...
A fraud charge comes with major penalties. In addition to the criminal penalties you face, such as fines and jail time, a fraud charge threatens your business and professional reputation. It is important to get ahead of a fraud charge by learning about what the crime...
You may have watched a movie where five people stand against a wall as someone behind a one-way pane of glass points to the person who committed a crime. The person behind the glass pointing at the perpetrator is likely an eyewitness. An eyewitness is someone who was...
A serious theft charge can leave you facing the potential for catastrophic penalties. A conviction could land you in prison, but even if you escape incarceration, you might be left with a criminal record that affects several aspects of your life, including your...
Getting pulled over by the police, whether you've broken the law or not, can be a terrifying experience. When the police officer asks for your consent to search the automobile, you likely would be more nervous. According to the Fourth Amendment, officers should...
Certain offenses in New York have mandatory minimum sentences. In other words, the law requires judges to impose an imprisonment term of at least a predefined time if the defendant is convicted of these crimes. Half of those in the state's prisons are serving...
Regarding traffic accidents, hit-and-run incidents can have severe legal and moral consequences. In New York, fleeing the scene of an accident without fulfilling certain obligations is a serious offense that can lead to various penalties. It is essential to note that...
You could face drug conspiracy charges if evidence suggests your involvement in a drug crime. Conspiracy arises if you agree and plan to commit a drug offense and take significant steps toward executing your plan, regardless of whether the actual crime ever happened....
