If you are convicted of a DWI or drug offense in New York, you may feel angry, frustrated and despondent. You may be concerned not only about the consequences of your offense, but how it will affect your life moving forward. Will you face problems getting a job,...
Criminal Defense
What to do during a traffic stop
The minute you see the flashing lights behind you, you can feel your heart beating harder. You wonder why police are pulling you over and what might happen during this traffic stop. You’re even more nervous because you have some meth in your glove compartment. Will...
Teens face allegations of juvenile crimes after attack on man
In Rochester and throughout New York State, it is not unusual for teens to be arrested and find themselves facing allegations of criminal wrongdoing. In some cases, they are caught up in an incident and are wrongfully accused. In others, they might have made a...
Juvenile crimes in Rochester require experienced legal defense
Many adult Rochester residents have memories of things they did when they were juveniles and think themselves lucky for not getting caught during the potential mistakes they made as any issue with the law can negatively impact a person's future. There is no doubt that...
Florida man charged with disorderly conduct at New Era Field
Sports rivalry games can become aggressive with both on-field animosity and ribald antics in the stands. In what should have been considered a harmless prank, a Florida man now faces a legal nightmare following the recent New England Patriots versus Buffalo Bills...
Fatal motorcycle accident leads to felony DUI for driver
When a car accident in New York causes injuries or death, one of the key parts of the investigation is determining if one of the drivers was under the influence. The penalties for a DUI conviction after a fatality are significant and can send an otherwise law-abiding...
Man arrested on drug charges, DWI and more after traffic stop
For people in Rochester and throughout Upstate New York, a simple traffic stop because of an equipment issue or due to a minor violation can lead to major criminal charges if there are other issues at hand. For example, if the person is alleged to have drugs in the...
Woman faces DUI charges and other allegations after fleeing
In Rochester and the surrounding areas of New York State, law enforcement is out in force seeking drivers who might be operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Since driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is considered such a dangerous act...
Charges for DUI and drug crimes spark pregnant woman’s arrest
People can face drunk driving allegations in unusual circumstances in Rochester. The potential consequences and penalties should there be a conviction can have a negative impact on their lives in multiple ways. For those whose personal situation makes DUI charges more...
What penalties are there if convicted of prostitution charges?
Although, many call it the world's oldest profession, the reality is that prostitution is illegal in New York. Those accused of engaging in it, both sex workers and customers, may face serious criminal penalties. This blog post will describe the potential penalties...