Ghost Guns
As of 2022, it’s illegal in NY to knowingly possess a ghost gun—a firearm, rifle, or shotgun without a serial number or manufacturer ID. Conviction
August 11, 2023
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As of 2022, it’s illegal in NY to knowingly possess a ghost gun—a firearm, rifle, or shotgun without a serial number or manufacturer ID. Conviction
Under CPL §§170.40 and 210.40, judges may dismiss charges when continued prosecution would cause injustice. Ten factors guide this decision—seriousness of offense, harm caused, defendant’s
Defendants jailed on felony charges are entitled to a preliminary hearing within a week. Purpose: ensure continued confinement only when there’s reasonable cause to believe
Under RPAPL §768, landlords may not use “self-help” tactics to remove tenants. Illegal actions include: Unlawful eviction is a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable by up
Defendants have the right to appeal court rulings or verdicts to a higher court. Common appeal grounds: Appeals from local courts go to County Court,
Effective June 14, 2023, operating a boat while intoxicated with a passenger under 16 is a Class E felony. Repeat offenders within 10 years face
Assault occurs when one person causes injury to another—intentionally, recklessly, or negligently. Weapons include guns, knives, or “dangerous instruments” like cars, phones, or even high
Concurrent sentences run at the same time; consecutive run back-to-back. Example: 25-year Assault + 15-year weapon charge Consecutive sentences only apply when crimes stem from
Photo arrays help identify suspects but must be fair and double-blind—neither officer knows the target. If improperly conducted (e.g., duplicate photos, racial imbalance, suggestive behavior),
Did you know hundreds of NY crimes exist outside the Penal Law? Examples include: Knowledge of these cross-volume offenses is critical—an experienced defense attorney must