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read moreMultiple Bidding Auction Fraud Lawyers
Action Fraud on Online Auction Websites Action fraud poses a significant challenge on online auction platforms like eBay. Statistics reveal that approximately 25 percent of all fraud complaints reported to the Internet Crime Complaint Center involve allegations of online auction fraud. Both sellers and buyers can find themselves entangled in such fraudulent activities. Understanding Multiple […]
read moreStaten Island Rape Lawyers
New York State Law Regarding Rape Understanding the Legal Framework New York state law classifies rape into three categories, according to the New York Penal Code. Rape represents one of the most serious types of crimes for which a person can be prosecuted. As a consequence, a person charged with rape needs to understand the […]
read moreHow Does Cooperating with the Federal Government Work?
What Happens If You Cooperate With the Federal Government Are you facing federal drug charges? If so, you can potentially reduce your sentence or be granted immunity from prosecution by exposing the criminal activities that you and your accomplices are being charged with. Whether it’s accomplice testimony, becoming an informant or turning state’s evidence, you’ll […]
read moreLong Island License Defense Lawyers
LONG ISLAND LICENSE DEFENSE LAWYERS We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. We have a clear mission: defend clients who face license-related issues, and help them get the best possible outcome. If you are on this page, it is likely you are under investigation or have already […]
read moreUnderstanding a SCRAM bracelet in relation to NY DWI charges
Understanding a SCRAM bracelet in relation to NY DWI charges.A SCRAM device is an alcohol-monitoring bracelet. It usually comes up as part of an application for a defendant’s release on his or her own recognizance or as a condition of probation in criminal cases for drunk driving. However, they can come up in other cases. […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 165.25: Jostling
Understanding Jostling under New York Law Jostling can be defined, under the New York Law, as pushing, elbowing, or bumping into a person in a jam-packed area. In most cases, jostling is often an accident. However, it is a technique used by thieves to commit theft. It can be referred to an accident if you […]
read moreBrooklyn Public Intoxication Lawyers
Public Intoxication Laws in Brooklyn and New York In Brooklyn and the rest of New York, public intoxication is defined in more specific terms than many other areas of the country. While many other jurisdictions equate intoxication with drunkenness, the laws found in the New York penal code draw distinctions between being drunk from alcohol […]
read moreDEA Pharmacy Investigations Lawyers
DEA Pharmacy Investigations Lawyers Our attorneys help with DEA audits and inspections of pharmacies nationwide. The DEA oversees all matters related to controlled substances in the USA. It regularly conducts investigations that are intended to stop the unlawful distribution of drugs. The DEA looks at pharmacies as major hubs of drug diversion and drug trafficking. […]
read moreBronx Drug Offense Lawyers
Getting arrested for a drug offense can be scary. The penalties are often severe, and the legal system complex. Where do you turn for help? A good drug offense defense attorney can make all the difference. They know the law inside-out and have experience navigating the system. This article will give you an overview of drug offense defense attorneys – who they are, what they do, and […]
read moreNYC Wire Transfer Schemes Lawyers
Wire Transfer Fraud: Penalties and Defenses More than $600 trillion was moved via wire transfer in 2012 alone, and more than 130 million wire transfers occur annually. Although the majority of these transfers go through with no complications, some of these transactions are considered fraudulent by the U.S. government. Statistics show that as many as […]
read moreSentencing For Federal Drug Crimes In New York
NYC Federal Drug Crimes Lawyers Drug Schedules There are five schedules of drugs subject to control under the federal law. The schedules are designated I, II, III, IV and V, respectively. The law provides different penalties and regulatory provisions, depending in part upon the schedule in which a drug is listed. The tightest controls and […]
read moreAtlanta PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud Lawyers
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan fraud is a federal crime under the Small Business Act, which occurs when small businesses falsely obtain money through the CARES Act. The PPP loan was created as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which was signed into law on March 27, 2020. The […]
read moreWhat are the rules regarding indictments in New York?
Indictment An indictment’s a written accusation by a grand jury that’s filed with a superior court which charges someone with the commission of a crime, or with the commission of two or more crimes. The term indictment includes a superior court information. Superior Court Information A superior court information’s a written accusation by a DA […]
read moreHow is DNA and Fingerprint Evidence used?
DNA evidence is still fairly new in the world of criminal cases, and it’s changed the entire landscape of the law. Since DNA evidence was introduced, it’s helped to free inmates innocent of crimes from jail. It’s been used to convict people of crimes they were not convicted for in the past due to lack […]
read moreCan I Get Out Of Jail While My Federal Criminal Appeal Is Pending?
Getting Out on Bail While Your Federal Criminal Appeal is Pending Yes, you may be able to get out of jail while your federal criminal appeal is pending. You do not have a right to be granted bail in this circumstance, but there are several times when you may be granted bail. However, it will […]
read moreNew York Penal Law § 145.30: When Posting Ads Becomes a Crime
New York Penal Law § 145.30: When Posting Ads Becomes a Crime If you’ve ever walked through NYC,you’ve seen it everywhere – posters on construction sites, stickers on lamp posts, flyers taped to subway entrances. Most people don’t know that under New York Penal Law § 145.30, posting advertisements without permission is actually a crime. […]
read moreDEA Drug Diversion Defenses and DEA Drug Diversion Reporting
What Happens if I Give Up My DEA Registration? The DEA’s voluntary surrender process is designed to allow healthcare providers to give up their registration in exchange for avoiding a formal hearing. It’s a way for the DEA to avoid having to prove its case against you in court. And, in many cases, it’s also […]
read moreNYC Marriage Fraud Lawyers
What Is Marriage Fraud Under U.S. Immigration Law? Marriage is supposed to be the union of two loving hearts wishing to share each other’s happy moments and sorrows for the rest of their lives. However, not all people walk down the aisle for this purpose. In the United States aliens who marry citizens obtain a […]
read moreQueens County Postnuptial Agreement Lawyers
Finding the Right Postnuptial Agreement Attorney in Queens County, NY Navigating a postnuptial agreement in Queens County, NY can feel overwhelming for couples seeking to protect assets while maintaining harmony. The complex legal and financial considerations involved make working with an experienced local attorney essential. But not all lawyers handle postnups with the discretion and […]
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Should You Plead or Go to Trial on Criminal Charges in Federal Court?
Negotiating Plea Deals in Federal Cases If you are charged with a federal crime, you have the option of negotiating a plea deal or taking your case to trial. In a vast majority of federal cases, defendants opt to plead guilty as opposed to letting a jury decide their fates. According to Pew Research, only […]
read moreFederal Grand Jury Target Letters
Navigating Federal Target Letters and Grand Jury Investigations What is a Target Letter? The moment you open your mailbox and find a target letter staring back at you, fear and uncertainty may grip your heart. But fear not, as there is a way to navigate the treacherous waters of a federal investigation. And that way […]
read moreStaten Island Murder Defense Lawyers
Understanding Murder Charges and Defenses in Staten Island, New York Types of Murder and Punishments Murder is the killing of another person, and it’s illegal in Staten Island. It’s also illegal across the world, and it’s not something people can commit without going to jail. It’s one of the worst criminal offenses imaginable, and it’s […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 275.20: Manufacture or sale of an unauthorized recording of a performance in the first degree
New York is one of the greatest places on earth for the arts and entertainment. Artists of all kinds create irreplaceable masterpieces. Many artists are professionals, and they rely on the honest sale of their work to make a living. The State of New York has laws that aim to protect the rights of its […]
read moreWhat Is the Burden of Proof in Federal Criminal Cases?
The Burden of Proof in Federal Criminal Cases In any federal criminal case, it is the responsibility of the prosecutor to bear the burden of proof. The government must demonstrate that the defendant committed the crime. In a criminal case, guilt must be proven “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Beyond a Reasonable Doubt in a Federal […]
read moreBest Schenectady Criminal Lawyers
Understanding Criminal Defense and Federal Criminal Charges Potential Consequences of Criminal Charges There could be many potential negative consequences that stem from being charged and convicted with a crime. You could face jail time, fines, and the loss of driving or voting privileges. In some cases, a criminal charge could lead to a job loss […]
read moreSNAP Trafficking Charge Letter
SNAP Trafficking Charge Letter: Understanding and Responding Being a retailer in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) means that you can service low income customers. You might be surprised how this can sustain your business. Selling to SNAP recipients comes with important legal duties designed to keep fraud out of the government benefits program. These […]
read moreNew York Burglary: Charges, Penalties and Sentencing
Experience the Severity of New York Burglary Charges: Penalties and Sentencing If you find yourself caught up in the frightening and life-altering world of New York burglary charges, you may be facing up to 25 years of your life behind bars. It is absolutely essential that you immediately seek the help of an attorney experienced […]
read moreNYC Slander and Libel Lawyers
Civil Litigation Involving Slander and Libel Civil litigation involving slander and libel is a specific area of law that differs somewhat from a typical personal injury case. The injury in a slander or libel claim is that the plaintiff’s character standing has been damaged due to the statements of an individual or a commercial entity. […]
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