There are a multitude of circumstances in which a car accident may occur. Perhaps one of the more prevalent causes is intoxication, since impairment inherently reduces a person's reaction time and ability to make sound decisions while driving. A recent accident in New...
Year: 2017
Drug charges for New York man following reports of local meth lab
A great deal of effort and resources are put into finding and shutting down labs that are used to cook methamphetamine. A single report of an alleged lab is often enough to spark an investigation into the residence in question. A 47-year-old man has recently been...
Single car wreck leads to drunk driving charges in New York
Impairment has been a contributing factor in many motor vehicle accidents throughout the years. Those who are accused of drunk driving face severe consequences if a conviction is obtained, perhaps even more so if a dangerous accident occurs in the process. A woman is...
2 facing drug charges after being detained by officer
Facing allegations for a drug-related crime can often be an intimidating process. With the severity of the potential consequences of a conviction for similar offenses, those who face drug charges may often wish to protect themselves by challenging the charges during...
Unsafe lane changes lead to drunk driving accusations for 1
There are numerous reasons that a person in New York or elsewhere might exhibit erratic behavior out on the road, some of which generally aren't considered a crime. Medical conditions can induce impairment at any given moment, potentially causing disorientation and/or...
Search of New York residence leads to numerous drug charges for 2
Many individuals have surveillance equipment installed at their place of residence for a variety of reasons. Although cameras can provide a certain level of protection, for someone who is accused of a crime, such equipment may be viewed as a form of paranoia or...
New York legislator arrested for domestic violence charges
Allegations of abuse are serious in nature and carry severe penalties should a conviction be obtained. Although some domestic disputes may involve nothing more than a heated argument, others may unfortunately turn violent. Once a dispute becomes physical,...
1 accused of drunk driving while wearing costume for festival
A conviction for driving under the influence can have a significant impact on a person's future in numerous ways. In addition to potentially leading to time behind bars, one's driving privileges may also be in jeopardy, even if only temporarily, which can create...
1 facing drug possession charges after traffic stop in New York
Countless individuals in New York and elsewhere have been pulled over for failing to wear a seat belt at some point in their lives. While for many this may only involved a warning, others have faced additional charges following the suspicion of drug possession. A...
Former superintendent arrested after allegations of sex offenses
Criminal allegations often pit the words of one person against another. In some cases, all it takes is one phone call informing authorities of an alleged crime, and a person could be under investigation, which can be a stressful and daunting process on its own. A...