The lengthy investigation of a 2014 three-vehicle accident has resulted in the arrest of a 25-year-old male on April 16. The investigation was conducted by the New York state police and assisted by the Westchester County Medical Examiner's Office, the Westchester...
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Month: April 2015
Defining the crime of trespass in New York
Previously on this blog we have discussed burglary and arson as types of property crimes in New York. In this post we are going to explore the definition of the property crime of trespass. Per New York Penal Code article 140, a person commits criminal trespass if they...
Does New York allow a person’s criminal record to be expunged?
Some states allow a person to expunge their criminal record -- that is, have it disappear forever. Unfortunately, New York is not one of these states. However, New York will allow a person's criminal record to be sealed in certain circumstances. What does that mean?...
New York company cited for over 48 safety violations
Employees go to work each day with the expectation that their workplace is safe. Unfortunately, that may not always be true. Earlier this month, a New York company was cited for over 48 workplace violations. The company, which makes plastic balls used for hydraulic...
The value of property and the crime of larceny in New York
Someone who thinks that something valuable has been stolen from them may exaggerate the worth of the item. However, it is important not to get carried away. When it comes to the crime of larceny, it may be necessary at times to ascertain the true value of the property...
Car accidents can cause severe spinal cord injuries
Spinal cord injuries have become one of the most common types of injuries sustained by drivers in New York and other parts of the country in car accidents. The World Health Organization estimates that anywhere between 250,000 and 500,000 people around the world suffer...
What are some common field sobriety tests in New York?
When a driver is suspected of drunk driving in New York, he or she may be to perform a field sobriety test. While there are numerous tests that can be employed, three standard tests are Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) testing, walking and turning and standing on a...
Distracted driving car accident rate on the rise
A new traffic investigatory report suggests that distracted driving is a far more serious issue amongst teen drivers than previously thought. Research suggest that distracted driving is a factor in 60 percent of mild to severe car accidents. That percentage is far...
26 individuals accused of drug offenses in Rockland County
Drug trafficking can potentially involve many people, from the traffickers to the buyers. New City, New York, residents may be especially interested in the following story about a reported drug trafficking bust that allegedly took place in Rockland County. Twenty-six...