Protecting Your Rights And Your Future
No one likes being pulled over by the cops, and many people are not aware of the rights they have at a traffic stop. Police officers must have reasonable suspicion to pull you over. This is a low standard. Reasonable suspicion means the officers have a reasonable...
Schedule II and Schedule III drugs are controlled substances. The government recognizes that while these drugs do have an acceptable medical use, there is a moderate to high risk of abuse. Many prescription drugs fall into these categories. Some prescription drugs are...
One of the topics we frequently cover on this legal blog is drug charges. We post on various topics, and one recent popular post focused on whether the Transportation Security Administration could charge you if they find drugs on you. However, the natural follow up...
If you have been charged with drug possession or distribution in the state of New York, law enforcement officers may want to ask you questions to find out more information about the crime they suspect you committed. They may want to know what drugs are in your...
When New York revamped its marijuana laws last year, a lot changed quickly. Quite suddenly, it was legal for adults to possess less than 3 ounces of cannabis and to enjoy it in their homes. They could even grow up to six plants for their own use. People who had been...
Federal law makes operating a so-called crack house illegal. However, this can make things complicated for those in New York and New Jersey who want to lawfully open an overdose prevention center. What is the federal crack house statute? Under federal statutes, it is...
Possession of methamphetamines could result in criminal charges and penalties. Even more severe penalties may be in store for those charged with possession with intent to distribute. While many people understand that the use and possession of meth are illegal, they...
When our readers in New York think of a criminal trial, they probably envision scenes from pop culture, such as movies or TV shows. This is understandable since such depictions like to make high drama from courtroom scenes. If you are facing a criminal charge, such as...
On Oct. 6, 2021, police stopped a truck driver who was on his way to New York City and accused him of trafficking cocaine. The arrest happened at a truck stop in Virginia while the driver was transporting boxed food products. After searching the truck, police...
Residents of New York may want to learn more about changes to laws regarding drug paraphernalia. The governor signed some new bills that decriminalize the possession and sale of syringes and hypodermic needles. According to news reports, the result may be more people...
