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The Law Office of Veronica Kosich was founded in 1999. With more than two decades of legal experience,
Ms. Kosich also served as Village Justice in the Catskill Village Court
Often used interchangeably in colloquial conversations, there is an important legal distinction between a charge of burglary and a charge of robbery. This article will summarize and clarify the difference as defined by law. The definition of burglary Burglary, whether...
There are many elements considered in a New York fraud case. Once charged, sentences range from community service and warnings to jail time. The real issue, however, is the fact that you will end up with a record. A fraud charge can make almost every aspect of your...
Depending on your charges, the penalties for assault can be harsh and life-changing. There are generally three types of assault, first degree, second degree, and third degree. These types of assaults can be classified as misdemeanors or felonies and could result in...
Most DWI arrests usually begin with a traffic stop when an officer strongly believes that a driver has committed an infraction or a crime. Some typical road infractions include speeding, tailgating, driving erratically, or running a stop sign or red light. After the...
Although often standard and expected, traffic stops can be unnerving, especially if they involve a potential search of your vehicle. Despite many motorists feeling as though they don't have a choice but to submit to a search, understanding your constitutional rights...
In New York, you always face the possibility of serving jail time for a drug violation, whether a misdemeanor or felony. The state views drug possession as a threat to the community and will treat it as such. Should you get arrested and charged with a drug-related...
Many people do not understand the consequences of their actions. This holds true when it comes to involvement in drug possession or distribution. A conviction can bring severe penalties from incarceration to costly fines and a mark on your criminal record. Below, we...
There are a wide variety of laws and regulations that make up the rules of the road, and drivers should strive to follow them all. Failing to comply with some traffic laws, however, pose more serious consequences than others. Which violations carry criminal charges?...
According to DMV, repeat Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) offenders risk an increased jail term, revocation of their driving license, and a fine. The extent of these penalties is dependent on the number of past DWI offenses and the years between successive convictions....
Charges for drug possession in New York are a complicated matter. While some charges result in a fine or fee, others carry weightier penalties like jail time. Determining where your situation falls depends on various circumstances of the charge, but the main factor is...