In an unfortunate turn, the United States Supreme Court recently held that evidence obtained as a result of an illegal police stop may not have to be suppressed in a subsequent trial of the person who is stopped. This decision broadens the exceptions to the general...
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Month: June 2016
Limited Driving Privileges After Driver’s License Suspension
Losing your license as a result of a conviction for driving drunk is a common consequence throughout the country, including in New York State. Additionally, a driver's license may be revoked for refusing to submit to testing that would allow police officers to measure...
Intoxication as a Defense
When some people have had too much to drink or were under the influence of drugs, they say that they were "not themselves." That is, that any actions they took while in an intoxicated state were influenced by the drugs or alcohol, and were not something they would...
Immunity From Prosecution When Testifying
Cooperating with law enforcement officials during a criminal investigation can sometimes lead to an offer of immunity. If the person cooperating could also be charged with a crime based on the information provided to law enforcement officials, a grant of immunity can...