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NYC Sentencing Lawyers
If you have questions about sentencing, and need legal help with your past, or future sentencing, we can help. Judges, not juries, determine sentencing for a convicted criminal defendant. It’s common for the judge to tell a jury not to consider what punishment – when determining whether a defendant is guilty or not. Many times […]
read moreWhat Are the Degrees of NY Penal Law 220 Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance
Contents1 Understanding Criminal Possession of Controlled Substances in New York1.1 Introduction1.2 Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree1.3 Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree1.4 Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree1.5 Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree1.6 Criminal Possession of a […]
read moreNew York Pharmacist License Defense Lawyer
Contents1 Importance of Pharmacist License Oversight2 Areas of Scrutiny3 Financial Considerations4 Personal Life Considerations5 Professional and Volunteer Work Scrutiny6 Penalties and Consequences7 Interstate Implications8 The Importance of Legal Representation Importance of Pharmacist License Oversight As a pharmacist, you are a critical part of the chain of health care delivery. You have an essential role in […]
read moreNY Penal Law Article 145 Criminal Mischief
Contents1 Criminal mischief in the fourth degree.2 Criminal mischief in the third degree.3 Criminal mischief in the second degree.4 Criminal mischief in the first degree.5 Definition.6 Criminal tampering in the third degree.7 Criminal tampering in the second degree.8 Criminal tampering in the first degree.9 Cemetery desecration in the second degree.10 Cemetery desecration in the first […]
read moreWho can file for Bankruptcy
Contents1 How can file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?2 How can file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy?3 What types of debt may be discharged through bankruptcy?4 Should you file for bankruptcy? Exploring the bankruptcy process can be a difficult undertaking and ought to only be considered with the assistance of competent legal counsel, and it is important […]
read moreNew York Payroll Tax Fraud Lawyers
Payroll tax fraud is the intentional misrepresentation or reporting of false or inaccurate wage income information to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Payroll tax fraud is also characterized as tax evasion, due to the reporting party’s effort to evade paying the appropriate tax amount. Payroll tax fraud can be committed by either an employee or […]
read moreNYC Underage Drug Crimes Lawyers
Contents1 Understanding Juvenile Drug Offenses: Guidance from Spodek Law Group1.1 Comprehensive Legal Support1.2 Understanding the Legal Process1.3 Serious Consequences of Conviction1.4 Rehabilitation Focus1.5 Expert Legal Representation Understanding Juvenile Drug Offenses: Guidance from Spodek Law Group We at the New York-based Spodek Law Group understand how challenging it can be for parents who are desperately trying […]
read moreNew York Medicare Audit Lawyer
Contents1 The Importance of Legal Defense in Medicine1.1 Medicare Filing Errors1.2 Medicare Fraud1.3 How to Choose a Lawyer1.4 Paying for a Lawyer1.5 Final Thoughts The Importance of Legal Defense in Medicine Anyone who is in the law profession knows just how important it is to have a proper defense. There are many people in medicine […]
read moreWithdrawing a Guilty Plea in Federal Court
Contents1 Withdrawing a Guilty Plea1.1 Prior to Acceptance of the Guilty Plea1.2 After Acceptance of the Guilty Plea1.3 After Sentencing1.4 Receiving an Increased Sentence After Withdrawing Withdrawing a Guilty Plea People often plead guilty to crimes, and it is not necessarily because they actually committed the crime. Sometimes, the prosecution’s case is extremely strong, and […]
read moreNYC Microcap (Penny Stock) Fraud Lawyers
Since the over-the-counter market or microcap market encompasses of companies with low stock prices, it is relatively inexpensive and easy to acquire large volumes of these stocks. Many microcap fraud schemes involve purchasing these penny stocks, aggressively marketing them to significantly increase the price and then selling at the high price. Once the scammer dumps […]
read moreResponding To SEC Subpoenas
Receiving a SEC subpoena is an extremely serious matter, and you might feel overwhelmed by the formal tone and the strict deadlines attached to it, this can cause anxiety because you’re unsure what exactly the SEC wants from you. Our law firm at Spodek Law Group has experience defending individuals who face complex federal inquiries, […]
read moreNYC Arrest Bench Warrant Lawyers
Having a warrant for your arrest is no laughing matter. This article will explain what a bench warrant is, and what to do. Bench warrants are the most common kind of warrants. They happen after you’ve violated the rules of court. It’s a written order issued by a judge. It authorizes the police to bring […]
read moreNYC Drug Cultivation and Manufacture Lawyers
Drug cultivation and manufacture charges can range from simple misdemeanors to huge federal felonies. Regardless of the severity of the charge, you need a competent and forceful criminal defense attorney. We can help with all types of drug cultivation and manufacture cases. Manufacturing drugs, or growing marijuana is a huge felony. If you’re involved in […]
read moreTEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMITS Lawyers
Contents1 When Do I Need a Liquor License for My Special Event?2 How Do I Apply for a Temporary Liquor License?3 How Long will My Temporary Liquor License Last?4 Is There a Limit to the Number of Temporary Permits You Can be Issued in a Year?5 Do I Risk a Penalty if I Don’t get […]
read moreWhat is insider trading?
Contents1 Insider Trading: A Serious Crime with Severe Consequences1.1 Penalties for Insider Trading1.2 Potential Defenses to Insider Trading Allegations2 Insider Trading is a Serious Crime Insider Trading: A Serious Crime with Severe Consequences Insider trading is a serious crime that can result in significant penalties and a tarnished reputation. If you are facing allegations of […]
read moreNYC Family Offense Petition Lawyers
Contents1 What’s Considered Offensive Enough?2 Who Counts as Family?3 So, How Does This Play Out?4 What’s Next on the Agenda?5 Decisions, Decisions…6 What’s a Protective Order Contain?7 What if Someone Ignores the Order? Of course, of course! Let’s discuss an important legal instrument in New York known as a “family offense petition.” Picture this: It’s […]
read moreNY Mortgage and Creditors Fraud
Contents1 Fraud in insolvency.2 Fraud involving a security interest.3 Fraudulent disposition of mortgaged property.4 Fraudulent disposition of property subject to a conditional sale contract.5 Definitions.6 Limitation on prosecution.7 Residential mortgage fraud in the fifth degree.8 Residential mortgage fraud in the fourth degree.9 Residential mortgage fraud in the third degree.10 Residential mortgage fraud in the second […]
read moreQueens Drug Trafficking Lawyers
Contents1 Drug Trafficking Charges and Defenses1.1 Penalties1.1.1 Prisons1.1.2 Minimum Sentences1.1.3 Fines1.1.4 Probation1.2 Defenses1.2.1 Search Warrant1.2.2 Wrong Place at the Wrong time1.2.3 No intent to traffic drugs1.2.4 Probable Cause Drug Trafficking Charges and Defenses Drug trafficking is the same as drug dealing. The law considers them to be separate. Drug trafficking includes the transport, manufacturing, distribution, […]
read moreWire Fraud Lawyers
Contents1 Wire Fraud: A Serious White Collar Crime1.1 What Constitutes Wire Fraud?1.2 Penalties for Wire Fraud1.3 Wire Fraud Cases and Defense Wire Fraud: A Serious White Collar Crime The United States Penal Code defines wire fraud as “Financial fraud involving the use of telecommunications or information technology,” and it’s a white collar crime in every […]
read morePrescription Fraud Lawyers
What Is Prescription Fraud? There are several things that constitute prescription fraud. You could present yourself to a doctor or a pharmacist in a false manner just to get medications. Another situation is visiting numerous doctors or hospitals to get medications that are then used for personal use or sold to make money. This would […]
read moreFederal Baltimore Ppp And Eidl Loan Fraud Lawyers
Contents0.1 Federal Baltimore PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud Lawyers0.2 The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)0.3 PPP and EIDL Fraud Lawyers0.4 The Consequences of PPP/EIDL Fraud Are No Joke0.5 Why Hire a PPP/EIDL Fraud Lawyer?0.6 How Can a PPP/EIDL Fraud Lawyer Help You?0.7 How to Choose the Best PPP/EIDL Fraud Lawyer1 […]
read moreNYC Escrow Fraud Lawyers
Contents1 Understanding Escrow Service Scams: Protecting Your Rights1.1 Escrow Service Scams: A Real Threat1.2 Understanding Escrow Service Scams1.3 Penalties for Fake Escrow Services1.4 Get Legal Help Today Understanding Escrow Service Scams: Protecting Your Rights An escrow service is typically implemented in an auction or sales transaction to protect the buyer. The purchaser buys an item, […]
read moreNYC Misdemeanor Lawyers
Throughout the United States, criminal offenses are divided into distinct categories by state criminal systems. Each of these categories is largely defined by the severity of the crime, the amount of jail time it can entail, and the magnitude of any associated fines or other penalties. A crime can be either an administrative infraction, a […]
read morePreventing Racial Bias In Jury Questions In NY Murder Cases
Capital Cases: Individual Questioning for Racial Bias In any case where the crime charged is punishable by death, the court will, on motion of either party, allow the parties, starting with the people, to examine the prospective jurors individually and outside the presence of the other prospective jurors in regards to their qualifications to serve […]
read moreGrocery Store Criminal Defense Lawyers
Contents1 When the Unexpected Happens at the Checkout Line2 The Spodek Law Group Advantage3 Snap Defenses for Grocery Store Charges4 Snap Judgment: Why You Can’t Afford to Wait5 More Than Just Lawyers – We’re Your Lifeline6 The Spodek Law Group Difference When the Unexpected Happens at the Checkout Line We have all been there – […]
read moreImmigration Fraud Lawyers and Attorneys
Contents1 Types of Immigration Fraud1.1 Document fraud1.2 Diversity Visa scam1.3 Benefit fraud1.4 Marriage fraud1.5 Penalties for marriage fraud2 How to Avoid Immigration Fraud: Recommendations3 What to Do If You Become an Immigration Fraud Victim3.1 NYC Immigration Services Scams Lawyers3.2 Immigration Criminal Lawyers Immigration Fraud There are numerous people trying to find a way to help […]
read moreReckless Endangerment Lawyers
In New York, not every crime requires criminal intent. Sometimes, people act so carelessly that their actions can be considered criminal, even when they never intended to cause harm. This is one characteristic of the reckless endangerment laws that govern behaviour in the Bronx and throughout New York State. A Deeper Look at the Reckless […]
read moreStaten Island Postnuptial Lawyers
Contents1 Need a Postnuptial Agreement in Staten Island? Work with the Best Lawyers1.1 Why Postnuptial Lawyers Are Essential1.2 Choosing the Best Postnuptial Lawyer in Staten Island1.3 Where to Find Staten Island’s Top Postnuptial Lawyers1.4 Leading Postnuptial Law Firms & Attorneys in Staten Island2 Take Control of Your Financial Future Need a Postnuptial Agreement in Staten […]
read moreWhat do Police Consultants do?
Contents1 They Operate in the Shadows—but Dictate the Outcome2 Why Chiefs Dial 911 for Consultants3 Six Core Missions—Know Them or Be Outsmarted4 Case Study: The Kyle, Texas Wake-Up Call5 Anecdote: Downtown San Antonio’s “Safety Administrators”6 Consultant vs. Monitor vs. Expert Witness—Stop Blurring the Lines7 The Economics: Cheaper Than One Bad Shooting8 How Their Findings Decide […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 120 – Assault Crimes
Contents1 Assault in the second degree2 Gang assault in the second degree.3 Gang assault in the first degree4 Assault on a peace officer, police officer, fireman or emergency medical services professional5 Assault on a judge6 Assault in the first degree.7 Aggravated assault upon a police officer or a peace officer8 Aggravated assault upon a person […]
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