Frequently Asked Questions

repugnant verdict
What is a repugnant verdict?
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It's not unusual for a losing party to have plenty of negative things to say about a...
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sealing criminal records
A Guide to Sealing Criminal Records in New York
If you've ever been charged with a crime in New York, one of your primary...
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student loan eligibility
Student Loan Eligibility & Criminal Convictions
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Even a good student can find him or herself on the "wrong" side of the law....
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mandatory minimum sentencing
What is Mandatory Minimum Sentencing?
In certain cases, the law requires that mandatory minimum sentencing be applied. In this article,...
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pressing criminal charges
Pressing Criminal Charges: Who makes the call?
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In movies and television shows, you frequently see that the victim of a crime deciding...
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Travel To Canada
DWI Conviction and Travel to Canada
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I have been arrested for a DWI or DUI offense.  Can I still travel to Canada?...
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Conditional Drivers License in New York
How to Get a Conditional License Following a DWAI or DWI
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When you are convicted of a DWI or DWAI in New York, your driver's license...
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unlawfully arrested by NYPD
I Have Been Unlawfully Arrested by the NYPD
Simply put, police officers are only legally allowed to arrest you when they have “probable...
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License Suspended
My Driver’s License Was Suspended. How Do I Get It Back?
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If your New York State driver's license was suspended in relation to a DWI or...
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DWI refusal hearing
DWI Refusal Hearing FAQs
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If you're pulled over for a DWI in New York and refuse to take a...
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