New York’s Criminal Justice Reform
Effective January 1, 2020, Criminal Justice Reforms in New York State will apply to all cases pending on that date even if the matter commenced before that date. They will be many significant changes to how criminal matters will proceed.
Some important changes include that: Discovery will be automatic and there will...
Have you been arrested in Nassau County, New York?
Have you been arrested or under criminal investigation in Nassau, County, New York? If so, it could be a daunting process and you need a top notch, hard working criminal defense attorney to protect your rights and fight for you. Attorney Michael A. Arbeit has been representing those accused of crimes and/or under criminal...
Sealing of Certain Records in New York State (Effective 10/7/17)
Well, effective October 7, 2017, pursuant to Criminal Procedure Law Section 160.59, there will be...
The Top 3 Misconstrued Things About Getting Arrested For a DWI/DUI in New York State
Let's face it, one of the most embarrassing things to ever happen to someone is receiving a DWI/DUI. But, unfortunately, it is very common among high school students, college students, and adults alike, to be pulled over and arrested for driving while intoxicated by alcohol or driving under the influence of drugs. Due...
Why Contact an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney?
Many people that get arrested or are under criminal investigation and fail to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. That is a very big mistake that could lead to very serious consequences down the road such as incarceration, having a criminal conviction, being placed on probation and/or parole, being deported, loss of the...
NYS DMV- Penalties for Multiple Offenders
PENALTIES FOR MULTIPLE OFFENDERS
The Drinking Driver Program (DDP) is now called the Impaired Driver Program (IDP). As this new name is being implemented, you may see the two names interchangeably.
New regulations took effect on September 25, 2012 that affect drivers with multiple alcohol/drugged-driving related convictions or incidents. The highlights of how...
Functions of the Nassau County Probation Department
Functions of the Nassau County Probation Department
PROBATION DEPARTMENT
Probation is a State-mandated function. The Department provides information and services to the Courts, offers crime victim’s a voice in the judicial system and assists in strengthening families. Probation Officers (Pos) protect the community by intervening in the lives of offenders, holding them accountable,...
NY Court of Appeals- Gravity Knife Case
People v Sans 2015
NY Slip Op 07529 Decided on October 15, 2015 Court of Appeals Fahey,
J. Published by New York State Law Reporting Bureau pursuant to Judiciary Law § 431. This opinion is uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the Official Reports.
Decided on October 15,...