Sentencing in New York

New York sentencing laws vary depending on the crime, severity of the crime, and past convictions. Learn more about New York’s specific sentencing laws and how a lawyer can help you.
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Class A Felony Classification in New York
New York divides its crimes into two types like many other states: felonies and misdemeanors. Misdemeanors are usually considered less serious offenses while felonies are considered more serious. New York goes a step further and divides felony offenses into three different levels.
Read moreUnderstanding Conspiracy Charges
When two or more people make a plan to commit a criminal act, they are guilty of conspiracy. It only takes one action on behalf of one of the actors to further such crime, for any of the conspirators to be criminally convicted of conspiracy.
Read moreThe Benefits of Hiring a Former Prosecutor to Handle Your Criminal Defense Case
Wondering what type of attorney you should hire to represent you in your criminal case? A former prosecutor has many advantages against their competitors.
Read moreUse of a Defendant's Grand Jury Testimony at Trial in New York
A practitioner must always be cognizant of the possibility of a defendant's Grand Jury testimony being used at trial. This article explains how it is that this can happen.
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