By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Parole, or early release from prison, depends on the parolee’s compliance with his or her conditions of parole. When a New York parolee supposedly violates these conditions — for example, by failing a drug test or failing to report to a parole officer — he or she is entitled to receive notice of the allegations,...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
The Queensboro Correctional Facility is a minimum-security prison designed to house male inmates above age 15 who are within 90 days of parole, or early release from prison. The facility also houses people who have been reincarcerated for parole violations, called “returned parole violators” (RPVs). This article provides visiting hours and days for inmates at...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Correctional facilities contain commissaries, where inmates can purchase small goods such as snacks, beverages, writing supplies, toiletries, clothing, and other items that can help make their stay a little more pleasant and comfortable while awaiting release. In order to purchase commissary items, inmates must have money. However, inmates are prohibiting from keeping cash while in...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
If you’ve recently visited our legal blog, you may have seen our article about how felonies are classified and penalized under New York’s criminal laws. In this article, our Queens misdemeanor defense lawyers will shift the focus to misdemeanors, which, while not as serious as felony crimes like rape and murder, are still capable...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
According to NYPD figures, over 17,000 people were arrested for or accused of felony drug crimes in New York City in 2014. Another 54,000 were accused of or arrested for misdemeanor drug offenses, such as fifth degree marijuana possession or seventh degree possession of a controlled substance. Recognizing that many drug offenders are better served...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Like most states, New York separates crimes into two broad categories: misdemeanors and felonies. Misdemeanors are minor offenses for which jail time is limited to one year maximum, though a conviction will still result in a criminal record. Felonies, which are much more serious, carry extremely harsh penalties that far exceed the consequences a defendant...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
The ability to vote is one of the most important rights we have as Americans. Whether you’re a fan of Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton, you deserve to make your voice heard in our nation’s political process. Here, our Brooklyn criminal defense lawyers explain how your voting rights are affected by being on probation, being on...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Drug possession may be a frequently charged crime in New York City, but that doesn’t mean it’s nothing to worry about. A conviction could result in serious penalties, including incarceration and expensive fines. It’s important that you are represented by a tough and aggressive drug possession lawyer in Manhattan when facing the charges. Your attorney...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
A DAT is a Desk Appearance Ticket. You may receive a DAT from the NYPD if you are charged with committing a misdemeanor in Queens, such as third degree assault, sexual misconduct, or fourth degree marijuana possession. DATs may also be issued for violations (which are less serious than misdemeanors), or, in very rare cases,...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Defendants are sometimes surprised to learn that most New York criminal cases never make it to trial. According to government statistics, less than 10% of criminal cases reach the trial stage, which takes place late in the criminal court process after arraignment and other hearings and appearances. There are many reasons this can occur. For...
