Because criminal law is inherently complicated and the judicial system can be unpredictable, people who are facing charges should always take them seriously. Even if you were the victim of a false arrest or you are certain the prosecutor does not have any substantial evidence against you, hurdles that threaten your very freedom can arise at every step of the proceedings.
Immigration Officials in New York Arrest Dozens of People with Prior DUI Convictions
Most people are familiar with at least some of the potential consequences of a DUI conviction, but few are aware of all the ways in which such charges can affect various aspects of life. For example, few offenders who live in and around New York City consider the effect that a conviction might have on their immigration status.
3 Steps to Take After a False Arrest Involving DWI
When police pull you over, it can be nerve-racking, even if you do not believe you were doing anything wrong. Confrontation with an authority figure, whether a law enforcement officer or a superior at work, is always stressful.
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Can You Get a Commercial Driver License If You Have a DUI Conviction on Your Record?
Trucking can be a lucrative career that allows you to spend a significant amount of time at home with your family. Although truck drivers must go on the road a lot, they also get extended periods of leave, which many families find far more valuable than the standard five-day workweek and two-day weekend.
How to Avoid a DUI Arrest over Thanksgiving Weekend
If you had to guess on which day of the year you typically consume the most calories, what would you say? Unless you’re an ultra marathoner or Iditarod trailbreaker, your answer is probably Thanksgiving.
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Police Arrest Impaired Man at His Home after He Allegedly Fled the Scene of a Crash
According to the Daily Voice, police arrested a 27-year-old man at his home in Yonkers after he allegedly fled the scene of an accident. Detectives claim the crash occurred at around 5 p.m. in the eastbound lane of the service road leading to I-287.