When an individual has been accused of sex offenses, regardless of whether or not those accusations are true, he or she will face intense criticism from employers, from the community, and from non-supportive family members. Also should a New York resident have one or...
Year: 2013
Alleged prank of 2 New York teenagers nets felony charges
The public often appears quick to judge when criminal allegations are brought against New York citizens, and even more so if the charges brought are felony charges. The judicial system can be very confusing, especially for juveniles. Even if they are not proven guilty...
New York residents face felony charges in day spa investigation
Bay Ridge and Dyker Heights residents pride themselves for being close-knit and more family oriented than the big city of New York, New York that is located nearby. In mid-July, however, their reputation was slightly tarnished when the results of were released....
Nanny accuses New York mom of drunk driving
A New York woman has been arrested and charged in connection with accusations leveled by her toddler's nanny. The nanny has accused the mom of drunk driving and assaulting her on July 11. Reports indicate that this wasn't the first issue between a New York mom and her...
New York mom facing drug charges is out on bail
A New York mother who has been accused of running a marijuana growing business has been released on a bond of $500,000. The woman is facing drug charges related to a business she was purportedly running out of a warehouse she apparently owns in the New York Borough of...
Mahopac resident faces multiple drug charges
After a four month investigation, a Mahopac man has been charged with 32 offenses, including three serious drug related felony charges. Investigations of this length often result in multiple drug charges as well as seizures of property and other evidence. Criminal...
New York woman accused of felony DUI under Leandra’s Law
A police officer in New York spotted a car speeding and moving erratically. When he pulled the car over, the woman behind the wheel did not produce a driver's license, but did give the officer a name. Ultimately, it was determined that the name she gave was her...
New York man faces felony charges for alleged kidnapping attempt
Although it can be easy to assume that a news release of a recent arrest is reporting the facts as they occurred, this is not always the case. The initial details of an arrest can be based on unreliable information, which may be questioned later on. This critical...
Mother and son nabbed on felony charges of forging prescriptions
When a mother and her son are both out at different pharmacies trying to pass forged prescriptions for oxycodone, at least it can be said that they have interests in common, or so it would seem according to police. Authorities just recently arrested a New York mother...
Racial disparities in marijuana arrests in New York
Individuals who possess and use marijuana in New York face the risk of being arrested for possession of illegal drugs. However, a new federal report found that black people are much more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession compared to whites.The report...