New York has historically been known for some of the toughest drug laws in the United States. Most offenses involving controlled substances are felonies. They carry huge fines and most often are accompanied by long prison sentences. Whether you have been charged with possession or a more serious offense, you need the experience of a […]
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When you are issued a traffic ticket by a police officer, your first instinct may be to mail it in and plead guilty. However, this costs points on your license, time, and money. Traffic penalties cost more these days than just the cost of the ticket. Per a recent analysis by insurance.com, a reckless driving […]
A DWI can be traumatic, embarrassing and result in serious consequences. In New York, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a criminal offense and, if you are convicted, can result in a criminal record, suspension of your license, fines and often jail time or probation. Download Our Free DWI Guide If you are charged with a […]
New York State has some of the toughest gun and other weapon laws and restrictions in the nation. Possessing a gun without a permit, carrying a legal and registered gun in the wrong place, or even carrying a knife that’s “too large” could result in criminal charges; seemingly minor complications could turn misdemeanors into felony […]
Being pulled over is a harrowing experience for most folk. If you have been pulled over, odds are, people passing you by are thanking their lucky stars they are not in your shoes. This is because an officer pulls drivers over when they are suspicious of said drivers. These officers will investigate the driver rigorously […]
Three Degrees of Defense for the Accused If you have been arrested or charged for assault in New York, The New York Assault Penalty Guide was created to help you understand the consequences you could face. Contact our office and let Attorney Arthur Pressman help you through the allegations. In the United States, crimes are categorized three […]
If you have been arrested for possession of a controlled substance, the New York Controlled Substance Penalty guide will help you understand the consequences that may be faced if you were charged with a drug crime. Contact Arthur Pressman, an experienced Attorney in Buffalo NY. Download Our Free Student’s Criminal Defense Guide In the United States, […]
Your Ticket to Justice The New York State Traffic Violations Guide was created to help people who were given traffic tickets while driving or parked in a motor vehicle. When you are issued a traffic ticket by a police officer, your first instinct may be to mail it in and plead guilty. However, this costs points on […]
In the United States, crimes are categorized three different ways: Violations Misdemeanors Felonies Violations are minor charges, and are rarely used except in juvenile cases or non-moving infractions. Misdemeanors are less serious than felonies but still carry fines and the potential for jail. Felonies are very serious offenses that are usually punished with jail time […]
Traffic Tickets & Violations When you are issued a traffic ticket by a police officer, your first instinct may be to mail it in and plead guilty. However, this costs points on your license, time, and money. Traffic penalties cost more these days than just the cost of the ticket. Per a recent analysis by […]