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...
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Should I just pay a parking ticket?
Getting a parking ticket may seem like just another small issue in your life, so you pay it and forget about it. However, if you get parking tickets often, just paying them could add to some problems. According to the City of Albany, NY, website, if you get six or...
How much does a single DUI cost?
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...
Breath test device results: Are they accurate?
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...
Breaking down harassment laws in New York
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...
Have you considered these tips for controlling your anger?
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...
What are traffic violation points and how can you reduce them?
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...
Staying calm when pulled over for a traffic violation
When people are driving in New York and suddenly flashing lights appear behind them, their first instinct may be panic and anxiety about why they are getting pulled over and what is going to happen. Most of the time, people are only pulled over for committing minor...
Can speeding lead to you losing your driver’s license?
Many people think of speeding as a very minor issue. They do not even recognize it as a crime even though it is. So many people speed that it is one of those things acceptable by society. This is despite the fact that experts say speeding is one of the leading causes...
DUI charges while minors are present
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...