Many recreational drugs are highly addictive. This means that the more a person uses, the more they physically and psychologically rely on the drug. Addiction comes with countless downsides: It means that a person will prioritize gaining access to their drug over...
New York Criminal Law Blog
Understanding New York’s coercion laws
Most people are familiar with the term “extortion.” Under New York state law, it’s referred to as “coercion.” You might associate coercion with organized crime families or street gangs who offer to “protect” a business in exchange for regular payments or threats that...
Firm Announcement – John Buza
We are extremely proud to announce that John Buza has joined the firm as partner, making us Konta Georges & Buza P.C. John is a former Manhattan Assistant District Attorney who brings a thriving private practice to the firm. He’s a talented and well-respected...
Can law enforcement officers lie to suspects?
It’s often assumed that police and other law enforcement authorities can’t lie to people who have been arrested or to others they suspect of committing a crime. We’ve seen our favorite TV cops do it, but that’s just dramatic license, right? Not necessarily. The U.S....
The importance of keeping calm if arrested for a drug offense
If the police arrest you and charge you with a drug offense, it can a harrowing and unsettling experience. You may have heard accounts of other people who served time for drug crimes they claim had nothing to do with them. It is important to avoid panicking and...
What criminal offenses violate the RICO Act?
Federal lawmakers signed the Racketeer Influenced and Corruptions Act (RICO Act) into law in 1978. Many states have enacted similar laws since that time. You may find yourself facing RICO charges if you band together with others to set up a business aimed at...
How old New York knife laws hurt blue-collar workers
When you use a knife to perform your job, you probably open and close it repeatedly throughout your day. Locking, complex folding blades aren't the best tool for someone who installs carpet or frequently opens packages on a loading dock. Something that you can quickly...
Understanding kickbacks and why they’re illegal
Sometimes people do business in ways that may seem normal or at least harmless but that actually violate the law. In other cases, people take positions where their predecessors engaged in these illegal actions, and the same is expected of them. One of these illegal...
National Rifle Association faces fraud charges while in bankruptcy
If you’ve been following the news, you may have seen that the National Rifle Association is facing fraud charges. The lawsuit against the NRA is seeking to dissolve the organization if it is found to be true. The NRA immediately requested that the lawsuit be...
Domino’s case thrown out by New York Supreme Court
If you’re facing fraud charges, it’s very important to take steps to defend yourself. Those charges could lead to serious penalties, time in prison, high fines and more. A good defense can make a difference and may result in your case being dismissed. For example, a...
