When a person drives drunk, it is usually possible for the police to test for the person's blood alcohol content (BAC) soon after the accident, which can show whether or not the driver was committing a crime by driving while his or her BAC was over the legal limit....
Have You Been Charged With A Serious Crime?
Year: 2016
Murder By Extension: The Felony Murder Rule
It may seem unbelievable that a person can go to prison for murder when the authorities know that a different person killed the deceased and these facts are presented to the jury. However, it is possible for a person under certain circumstances to be legally charged...
New York State and Revenge Porn
There have been many reports of people's intimate and explicit videos being shared online without their knowledge or consent. The videos and photographs have been of both celebrities and everyday people, and there are even websites dedicated to hosting these videos...
When are Miranda Rights Required?
Most people can recite at least a few Miranda rights thanks to television police procedural dramas. However, fewer people understand when these rights come into play when dealing with police and what the consequences are if police fail to advise a person of these...
Predicate Felonies And Sentence Enhancement
A person's criminal history often impacts many areas of his or her life, and especially has the ability to negatively affect future criminal proceedings and sentencing against the person. A first-time offender does not often receive the same sentence as a person who...
Seeking Medical Help During a Drug or Alcohol Overdose
Seeking Medical Help During a Drug or Alcohol Overdose The fear of being arrested and charged with a criminal offense can keep some people from seeking assistance when they or their friends are suffering from a drug overdose. It becomes a hard choice to weigh...
Individual Privacy Versus the Greater Good
The Federal Bureau of Investigation's attempts to unlock an iPhone belonging to one of the San Bernardino mass shooters have led to a national discussion on what concessions should be made with respect to individual privacy in pursuit of the greater safety of the...
Threats and the Meanings of Emoji
Communication through emoji and emoticons has become more commonplace in today's world of electronic communication. There is research that indicates that approximately 88% of teens aged 13 to 17 have access to cell phones or smart phones, and that 90% of teens use...
A DWI Conviction with No Driving Involved
A driver who drives his or her vehicle after having consumed enough alcohol to raise his or her blood alcohol content to levels above the legal limit can reasonably expect to be charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) if stopped by the police. However, a...
New York Senate Proposes Tougher Rules For Synthetic Drugs
Last month the New York Senate passed bills aimed at regulating the sale of synthetic marijuana and other cannabinoids. The new bills not only provide for criminal prosecution for anyone possessing or selling cannabinoids, they also provide for civil penalties such as...