On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Friday, April 27, 2018.
An arrest for making a false statement to a police officer may understandably be terrifying and even frustrating. However, just because authorities have accused you of lying to a federal agent does not mean you are automatically guilty in the eyes of Lady Justice.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Thursday, April 5, 2018.
Money laundering is a criminal offense that is typically associated with racketeering operations and organized crime. It essentially refers to making a financial transaction -- or multiple ones -- with money you gained by participating in criminal activity.
Did a resisting arrest charge leave you feeling shocked?
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Tuesday, February 27, 2018.
Dealing with a criminal charge may not have been in your plans. In fact, you may have considered yourself someone who always tried to do the right thing and did not go out of your way to make unnecessary trouble. However, when the time came to question the unseemly actions of another person, you likely did not hesitate to do so. Unfortunately, you may have questioned the wrong person and ended up facing a criminal charge.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Friday, February 2, 2018.
Even though laws are in place in order to help individuals avoid dangerous or unseemly situations, many people do not fully understand certain laws. As a result, you or any other New York resident could potentially end up facing criminal charges without even fully knowing that you broke the law. Of course, even if you do understand that certain actions fall outside the boundaries of legal behavior, you could make mistakes, wind up in the wrong place at the wrong time or face other circumstances that result in allegations against you.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Friday, January 5, 2018.
The police arresting you for driving under the influence can naturally be intimidating. Your future may run through your mind, as you may worry about the consequences you may face. These possible consequences include jail time and even fines.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Friday, October 6, 2017.
Bribery refers to offering or accepting anything valuable in exchange for being able to influence a government employee or public official. A bribe can be a gift presented or a monetary payment made to secure a government contract or award, for example. Bribes can also involve services, privileges, property or goods.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Thursday, September 7, 2017.
The state of New York has a reputation for having some of the United States' most stringent drug laws. The state classifies substances that are relatively well known, such as cocaine and heroin, along with the compounds that are used in manufacturing them.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Monday, July 31, 2017.
Although a vast number of domestic disputes involve little more than a heated argument, in some cases, the situation can grow out of hand, potentially becoming violent. Penalties for domestic violence are severe if a conviction is obtained, perhaps especially those that result in injuries.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Saturday, June 3, 2017.
Any type of criminal charge is serious, and you would be wise not to underestimate your situation if currently facing white collar crime charges. White collar crime is a term used to describe various types of federal crimes, and a conviction for any of these could lead to serious, life-altering penalties.
On behalf of Leo V. Duval, Attorney At Law posted in blog on Saturday, April 8, 2017.
As a working individual, you undoubtedly fall in line with numerous other people who consider dealing with taxes an inconvenience. Although taxes help fund various programs and institutions, seeing that money leave your paycheck can feel like a considerable blow to your financial situation. Nonetheless, you have a duty to ensure that you pay your taxes, because if you do not, you could face serious repercussions.