Electioneering
Happy Election Day! A reminder that Electioneering—actively campaigning within 100 feet of a polling place—is illegal under Election Law §17-130. Prohibited acts include: Violation is
November 4, 2024
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Happy Election Day! A reminder that Electioneering—actively campaigning within 100 feet of a polling place—is illegal under Election Law §17-130. Prohibited acts include: Violation is
When a case involves a victim with financial loss, the court may hold a restitution or reparations hearing under Penal Law §60.27. Prosecutors must prove
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This week’s #fridayfacts reviews Transportation Law Article 6, covering motor carriers—vehicles hauling property or passengers for profit. DOT inspectors can stop and inspect these vehicles
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This week’s #fridayfacts covers the indelible right to counsel. Once a person clearly says, “I want an attorney,” all police questioning must stop. Under New
Under VTL §1212, Reckless Driving occurs when someone unreasonably interferes with public roadway use or endangers others. Examples include: Penalties: up to 30 days jail,
This week’s #fridayfacts explains Raise the Age (RTA)—New York’s 2018 reform raising the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 18. Now, 16- and 17-year-olds