In New York, When Can A Police Officer Approach A Parked Motor Vehicle?
The approach by a police officer of a parked vehicle is governed by the same rules that govern police-civilian street encounters. The standard that governs the authority of the police to approach a stopped car, or perhaps more correctly stated, the limitation placed upon the authority of the police to approach a parked car...
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What is a Gravity Knife and are they Legal in New York?
In New York, most people have never heard of the term “Gravity Knife” until they are unfortunately arrested for and charged with Possession of a Weapon. A “Gravity Knife” is defined in the New York State Penal Law Section 265.00(5) as “any knife which has blade which is released from the handle or...
What is a Grand Jury and How Does it Work in New York?
As a direct result of the Eric Garner matter in Staten Island, New York, and the Michael Brown case in Ferguson, MO, the role that the Grand Jury plays in the criminal justice system has come under scrutiny. In New York State, all felony cases must be presented to the Grand Jury unless waived...
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Driving With A Suspended And/Or Revoked License in New York
Driving a motor vehicle legally in New York State is a privilege that you are afforded by the Department of Motor Vehicles and not a right. You can have your driving privileges suspended or even revoked for any number of reasons. Many drivers on the road do not even realize that their license is...
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