Criminal Contempt and Orders of Protection. An Order of Protection is an Order issued by either the Family or Criminal Court limiting a person’s behavior because they pose a threat to another person. Most often, Orders of Protection are issued in situations involving domestic violence. A Family Court Order of Protection is typically issued in a civil … [Read more...]
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New York State DWI Plea Bargain
DWI Plea Bargain If you're charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York State it is always in your best interest to fight the charge. You face the loss of your ability to drive, a criminal conviction, possible jail and/or probation, heavy fines and dramatically increased auto insurance premiums. If you are represented by a competent DWI … [Read more...]
New York State First Time DWI Arrest
First Time DWI Arrest. Getting arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in New York State is no laughing matter. DWI, DWAI – Drugs or, DWAI-Combined Influence are misdemeanor criminal acts that carry sentences of: up to one (1) year In jail, fines of between $500.00-$1,000.00 dollars, probation for up to three (3) years, … [Read more...]