When you hear the term "white-collar crime", you may wonder what exactly this means. This term refers to a specific kind of offense and it is important to understand what white-collar crime looks like. It is also important to know how it is different from other...
Criminal Law
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
If you are facing a criminal charge, you either have a misdemeanor or felony charge. While both are serious and could result in time behind bars, there are distinct differences between each type of crime. Knowing the difference is important, especially if you wish to...
Will New York legalize marijuana in 2020?
The legalization of marijuana for both medicinal and recreational use is sweeping the country. There are quite a few states that are now allowing the use by adults legally in any capacity. New York is not one of those states. There have been moves to try to fully...
Understanding New York drug crime laws
New York drug crime laws are among the strictest in the country. These laws cover the manufacture, distribution, trafficking and consumption of drugs. Therefore, several drug criminals have fallen victim in the past for engaging in mega drug crimes involving drugs...
Did you inadvertently commit tax fraud?
For many residents of New York, filing your taxes can seem overly complicated, and unless you earn your living working as a certified public accountant, you may find that you make more than a few guesses or estimates when getting ready to file. At Russo, Karl,...
What is vehicular assault in the second degree?
Injuring another person while you are driving under the influence can escalate your potential charges quickly. This crime is known as vehicular assault in the second degree. Causing serious physical injury to someone while driving intoxicated raises your charges from...
Know about different types of criminal sentences
The court has several options available for sentencing a person who have been convicted of a crime or who has pleaded guilty to a criminal charge. Before you set up your defense, you should be aware of what types of sentences you might be facing. Your defense attorney...
Facing choices after a criminal charge can be a challenge
Facing criminal charges is a challenging event in a person's life. You must ensure that you are taking care of the case right away because it isn't going to go away if you ignore it. We know that this is a challenge, especially when you are going through it for the...