Criminal Law

Burglary vs. Robbery: What’s the Difference?

By Jill K. Sanders, Esq. When talking about burglary and robbery, many people use these words interchangeably. However, in New York the legal definition of these terms shows they are two separate a...
March 6, 2019

Predictive Policing: Stopping Crime Before it Starts

By Jill K. Sanders, Esq. Nearly two decades into the twenty-first century, it's clear that computers have changed nearly every aspect of our lives. When it comes to crime, the age of technology has...
February 20, 2019

Will Marijuana Be Legalized in New York?

By Jill K. Sanders, Esq. New York is often considered one of the most liberal states in the United States. Yet in 2019, it still has laws prohibiting the possession of marijuana. New York's governor...
February 13, 2019
Drinking and Driving

Are You Eligible for a Hardship Privilege?

By Jill K. Sanders, Esq. If you’re arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (“DWI”), your license will likely be suspended at your arraignment. But what about getting to work? How about attending cla...
January 15, 2019

What is Restitution, and Will You Have to Pay it?

By Jill K. Sanders, Esq. In some criminal cases, a prosecutor will seek restitution from a criminal defendant. Restitution is money the prosecutor claims the victim lost as a result of the crime. H...
January 9, 2019

The Rape Shield Law in New York

By Jill K. Sanders, Esq. In New York, there are limitations about the cross-examination of complaining witnesses about their sexual history. This evidentiary rule is commonly referred to as the “ra...
December 19, 2018

The Stages of a New York Criminal Case

By Jill K. Sanders, Esq. If you have been arrested in New York, you are at the beginning of what could be a long journey through the criminal justice system. Here, we discuss the steps that most cr...
December 12, 2018