On Behalf of Lerner & Lerner, P.C. | Jun 24, 2015 | Drunk Driving
New York motorists might be surprised to learn that their state is moderately lenient when it comes to driving under the influence. In a recent study, WalletHub examined the laws and penalties for driving while impaired in each state and found that they vary greatly...
On Behalf of Lerner & Lerner, P.C. | Jun 22, 2015 | Domestic Violence
New York fans of the rock band Journey may be aware that Deen Castronovo has been the focus of both positive and negative media stories in recent years. The 50-year-old drummer was lauded by the press for donating $10,000 to a high school in 2015, but he was...
On Behalf of Lerner & Lerner, P.C. | Jun 18, 2015 | Drunk Driving
After an individual has been taken into custody on suspicion of DUI, he or she will be booked, possibly bailed out of jail and then arraigned. The arraignment is the first court appearance after being taken into custody. It usually takes place within hours or days...
On Behalf of Lerner & Lerner, P.C. | Jun 16, 2015 | Weapons Charges
Many factors determine the severity of a weapons possession charge. A conviction on a first-degree offense will result in a class B felony on a person’s record. Charges in this category arise when someone has a weapon with an explosive substance, according to...
On Behalf of Lerner & Lerner, P.C. | Jun 13, 2015 | Drug Charges
On June 6, it was reported that New York authorities seized a large quantity of drugs and approximately $40,000 in cash during the recent FolkFest music festival. Authorities reportedly went undercover during the festival, which was held at Sterling Stage in Oswego...