On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Aug 1, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In homage to its title of “land of the free,” the American justice system presumes someone is innocent until proven guilty. On paper, this makes it necessary for prosecutors to establish a case that leaves no reasonable doubt of guilt. In spite of this, many innocent...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Jul 27, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Driving while intoxicated or impaired is a serious problem responsible for much property damage and many crashes, injuries and even fatalities each year. You face legal consequences for a DWI, and if you are a driver under the age of 21 you are subject to additional...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Jul 14, 2020 | Criminal Defense
An aggravated criminal charge means that there were factors present that make the offense more serious than it would be otherwise. The state of New York imposes aggravated DWI charges if your blood alcohol concentration is over 0.18% or if you were operating a motor...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Jul 8, 2020 | Criminal Defense
It is common knowledge that people have the right to remain silent in interactions with law enforcement. However, you may not completely understand this right and what it means when you in a situation where an officer is questioning you. Even though you may have...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Jun 10, 2020 | Criminal Defense
You got your first DUI recently and are understandably shaken. You feel that your most favorable option is to pay the ticket and get on with your life, and maybe you are unsure whether to involve a legal professional to help. Do you understand the full financial scope...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | May 26, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Officers in New York and throughout the country use roadside breath test devices to determine motorists’ blood alcohol content levels. If you have been pulled over on suspicion of drinking and driving, an officer may have asked you to exhale through a tube in the...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | May 6, 2020 | Criminal Defense
When it comes to harassment laws in New York, there are four degrees for which you can face charges. It is important to understand what actions are technically harassment, and which actions result in heftier penalties. We understand the harassment laws in New York...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Apr 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Your uncontrollable anger may be the reason for your recent assault charge. Besides building a case to fight the legal ramifications of your actions, you may also want to look into ways to control your emotions so you do not put your hands on someone out of anger...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Apr 11, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Traffic Violations In New York, if you commit any traffic violations, you could receive more than a traffic citation. Once convicted of a traffic violation, the DMV adds points to your license. The Driver Violation Point System helps track high-risk drivers. For...
On behalf of James Kleinbaum Attorney At Law P.C. | Mar 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
For anyone facing drunk driving charges, serious consequences are a major concern, from stiff fines and the loss of driving privileges to time in prison. However, some people face a particularly difficult situation when they are pulled over for driving under the...
