In order to charge someone for a crime, police officers need to conduct arrests lawfully. In the case of traffic violations, the police officer must also carry out the traffic stop appropriately.Here’s when and how law enforcement can lawfully request that you...
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Your rights after being pulled over for a DUI
Before deciding to drive home after a night out drinking, it’s important to be absolutely sure you’re sober enough to drive home safely.Otherwise, if you’re pulled over on suspicion of driving while under the influence of alcohol, you won’t...
White Collar Criminal Defense
Understanding and defending against allegations of financial crimes, particularly in complex industries such as healthcare, are best performed by practitioners with real-world experience in the business and finance. Having acted as a consultant on merger and...
Warning to Americans Driving in Canada: Tougher Canadian DWI Laws can Result in DWI Arrest even at Homes and Bars
According to Canadian sources, the new DWI laws that recently took effect in Canada allow Canadian police to demand breathalyzer tests from individuals who were reported to have been driving under the influence or erratically up to two hours before the arrival of...
Happy Holidays – Be Safe on the Roads!
Happy Holidays from the [nap_names id="FIRM-NAME-1"]. This time of year is replete with family parties, religious celebrations, and friendly get-togethers. And in Western New York, we are blessed to have many unique and locally-owned bars and restaurants at which to...
Marijuana & US-Canada Border Crossings
As Canada has recently legalized recreational marijuana use nationally, border patrol and customs officers on either side of the border prepare for new issues. Some U.S. states have legalized marijuana to varying degrees, Canada has done so nationally, but the U.S....