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Recipient Food Stamp Trafficking
Understanding SNAP Benefit Trafficking and Its Consequences The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is designed to alleviate the financial burden of needy households in having food. The federal and state agencies that administer SNAP are constantly on the lookout for those who abuse the program. One such abuse is food stamp, or SNAP benefit, trafficking. Those […]
read moreStaten Island Public Intoxication Lawyers
Laws banning public intoxication in Staten Island fall under New York’s section of crimes against public order. However, many people are surprised to learn that it’s not illegal to be intoxicated in public in Staten Island if you’re under the influence of only alcohol. Rather, public intoxication involves being in public while under the influence of drugs. Is […]
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Understanding the Importance of Staten Island Prostitution Lawyers You might have never thought that you would have to look for Staten Island prostitution lawyers, but you may have now found yourself in exactly this type of situation. The truth is that many people who are arrested for prostitution-related charges are good, law-abiding citizens who might […]
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Long Island Nurse License Defense Lawyers: Your Guide to Protecting Your License Nurses provide critical care and compassion to patients every day. But even the most dedicated nurse can find themselves facing accusations of misconduct that threaten their license. As a nurse on Long Island, it’s essential to understand your rights and options if your license comes under scrutiny. This guide will walk you through the key things Long Island nurses need to know about license defense. Common Reasons Nurses Get Investigated There are many […]
read morePaterson officials silent on convicted cop Kevin Patino’s future job status
https://www.aol.com/paterson-officials-silent-convicted-cop-091210222.html PATERSON — Police officer Kevin Patino remains on the city payroll collecting his $61,185 salary almost a week after he pleaded guilty to civil rights crimes in federal court. During the past six years, the city immediately terminated eight other cops when they were convicted of crimes involving their jobs. Neither Mayor Andre Sayegh nor the Paterson police […]
read moreAssault Lawyers
Assault is an attempt to cause injury to another person. This can be in the form of intimidating them or making them fear an attack or it can be in the form of actually striking out at the person and injuring them. Keep in mind that you don’t have to seriously injure someone for an […]
read moreBronx Deportation Defense Lawyers
If you’re on our website, it’s because you or your loved one is facing possible deportation in NYC – and need the best possible legal help. Spodek Law Group is here for you – our deportation defense attorneys have experience dealing with immigration and criminal issues. We are a top rated NYC/Bronx immigration and criminal […]
read moreNew Jersey – How Do Federal Conspiracy Charges Work?
How Do Federal Conspiracy Charges Work? How does a conspiracy charge work? When facing a criminal prosecution, you may be charged with federal conspiracy crimes. Federal criminal charges are pursued in federal court rather than state or local courts. They are prosecuted by district attorneys, and the law enforcement agencies include federal agencies like the […]
read moreFederal Crime For Stealing Mail 18 U.S.C. 1341 § 1341
Federal mail fraud laws 18 U.S.C. 1341 § 1341 The Spodek Law Firm and Attorney Todd Spodek know mail fraud is a federal crime with significant implications. 18 U.S.C. 1341 governs postal fraud. This law defines postal fraud as deception by mail. Mail fraud requires a fraudulent strategy, desire to deceive, substantial deception, and postal […]
read moreNYC False Claims Act Lawyers
The False Claims Act is one of the oldest laws in the federal statutes, having been enacted in the mid 1800s during the Lincoln Administration. This is why it is commonly referred to as the Lincoln Law. It was established to address false billing claims for goods and services being submitted to the government during […]
read moreLiquor License Violations Lawyers
A liquor license is one of the most critical parts for anyone who has restaurants, bar or any other company in the hospitality industry. A highly experienced liquor license violations lawyer is what you need to help you get a liquor license as fast and efficient as possible. However, if you are found to have violated the […]
read moreNew Jersey Medical License Defense Attorneys
NEW JERSEY MEDICAL LICENSE DEFENSE ATTORNEYS AS SEEN ON EXPERIENCED. DEDICATED. MEDICAL LICENSE DEFENSE ATTORNEYS. What is a medical defense attorney? If you’re a licensed physician or healthcare provider in the State of New Jersey—facing allegations of professional misconduct or violations of N.J.S.A. 45:1-21—you need the best possible legal representation you can find – there’s […]
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PAA Questions: What is the federal defense? Is defense federal or state? What are the 7 U.S. armed forces? What is the federal right to self defense?
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The United States of America is a place that has long welcomed people of diverse backgrounds. Part of this welcoming process is ensuring that all those who live there have access to enough calories to sustain themselves. American government officials aim to help people with certain programs. One of those programs is what is known […]
read moreNY Penal Law 220 Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance
In our ongoing series of posts, we’ve broken down the legalese of the law to make things a little bit clearer. Because when it comes to looking at the penal law in the state of New York, it’s easy to get caught in the language of the law and lose the meaning entirely. With that […]
read moreNY Penal Law 210 Perjury and False Statements
So far we’ve looked at crimes such as larceny, healthcare fraud, bribery, and others in an attempt to peel back the layers of the New York penal law. In this post, we’re going to continue that exploration, this time with crimes involving perjury and false statements. But first, we’re going to need some definitions before […]
read moreNYC Order of Protection Lawyers
If you’re facing an order of protection in NYC, you’re probably terrified about what’s going to happen now. Many people are accused of domestic violence, or other physical aggression issues, and then face a order of protection. You might be thinking of jail time, fearing jail time – and you should be. Criminal contempt charges […]
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IRS Criminal Investigation Process If you find yourself facing an IRS criminal investigation, a civil investigation or an audit that, in time, may turn into a criminal investigation, you may be curious about the process the IRS will undergo to investigate you. Actually, it is a surprisingly easy thing for a person to find themselves […]
read moreDEA Investigations Against Doctors and Pharmacies DEA Letter of Admonition
DEA INVESTIGATIONS AGAINST DOCTORS AND PHARMACIES OVER 50 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE What is a letter of admonition from the DEA? What Happens If You Get a Letter of Admonition from the DEA?When you’re running a medical practice or a pharmacy, you never ever expect to get a formal letter from the Drug Enforcement Administration, […]
read moreNYC Pharmacist License Defense Attorneys
New York Pharmacist License Lawyer Our team has been defending New York pharmacists in disciplinary actions for more than a decade. We have successfully argued for hundreds of pharmacists in front of the New York Board of Pharmacists and the New York State Department of Education Office of Professional Discipline, with fantastic results to show […]
read moreBest Long Island Criminal Lawyers
LONG ISLAND CRIMINAL LAWYERS If you’re on our website, it’s because you’re in legal trouble. There is no point in sugarcoating it. You might face jail time, financial fines, or a permanent criminal record. Our only goal is to fix the problem, so you can protect your future and move on. We are Spodek Law […]
read moreNYC Gay & LGBT Family Law Lawyers
Before July 24, 2011, when same-sex marriage became legal in New York, same-sex couples were not legally recognized as legitimately married in the eyes of the law. Benefits of marriage such as social security benefits, inheritance benefits, and health insurance benefits were denied them. Although there have been countless changes that benefit LGBT couples both […]
read moreSeparation And Divorce: Which Makes The Most Sense?
Divorce: Understanding Its Impact and Alternatives Divorce is a very strong word that has a lot of meaning to a lot of people. So many people struggle with this word. It’s a scary word and absolutely no one wants to hear it. This is because many people know how heavy this topic is, and people […]
read moreWhat is an Administrative Suspension Hearing in a DUI Case?
Understanding Administrative Suspension Hearings for DUI Being arrested for driving under the influence is a terrifying moment for anyone, and it only gets worse when you’re taken into custody. Unless you already work in an industry within the law or you’ve been arrested before, chances are good you have very little familiarity with the law. […]
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DEA Audits and Investigations Lawyers: Protect Yourself Now If you’re reading this article on our website, then there’s a good chance you, or someone you know, is facing a DEA professional license audit or a potential investigation involving theDEA and other federal agencies. This situation that is happening can lead to severe problems – legally, […]
read moreBronx Orders Of Protection Attorneys
Victims of domestic abuse and violence in the Bronx are protected by special state laws that apply to all New York residents. One way that the law protects these victims is by allowing them to request orders of protection. There are a few different types of protection orders and the one you would request will […]
read moreBrooklyn Prostitution Lawyers
Understanding Prostitution Laws in New York Prostitution has been pointed to as the oldest profession in the world. In many places, girls and women turn to the practice as a final means of survival. Societies and authorities around the world have determined the practice to be morally and legally wrong, therefore, worthy of punishment. It […]
read moreLong Island Assault Lawyers
The crime of assault is very serious in Long Island, New York. A person can be arrested on an assault charge for striking another person, but it’s important to note that there are three different degrees of charges that can be placed on the individual. Assault in the first, second and third degrees all have […]
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FBI Security Clearances Four Decades of Experience in Security Clearances Obtaining a security clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) may be a requirement for one’s position. Examples of this include law enforcement personnel on the federal, state, and local levels. Some other people outside of the realm of law enforcement may also be […]
read moreBrooklyn Child Abuse Lawyers
Child Abuse Defense in Brooklyn: Fighting False Accusations Introduction Many Brooklyn residents are arrested and charged with child abuse each day. Many of the people arrested for the crime are placed into custody with good reason. But, some of the child abuse arrests are made without merit. If you are one of the unfortunate few […]
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