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Nassau County Court

The Nassau County Court has jurisdiction over all felony prosecutions brought by the Nassau County District Attorney. With a few exceptions, all County Court matters are heard in the Nassau County Courthouse, located at 262 Old Country Road, in Mineola. The Court House, which was built in 1940, also contains offices of the Nassau County…

November 28, 2011

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The Old Nassau County Courthouse

By Daniel Conti Uncategorized

The old Nassau County Courthouse on Franklin Avenue in Mineola was constructed in the early years of the twentieth century. While the restoration project was under way in 2002 the building was renamed the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building. The former President laid the cornerstone for the building in 1900. It is believed that this…

November 21, 2011

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Nassau County Crime Lab Report Released by New York State

By Daniel Conti General

The Nassau Crime Lab Report Released by New York State last week found “systemic problems” at the lab, and recommended an expanded investigation. State Inspector General Ellen Biben wrote that “The chronic failures of the Nassau County crime lab deprived Nassau County, the criminal justice system, and the public of their right to have complete…

November 16, 2011

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New York's No Texting While Driving Law

By Daniel Conti Vehicle and Traffic Law

New York’s No Texting While Driving Law was signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo in July of this year. This law strengthened New York’s already existing prohibition against texting while driving. The law permits police to pull over motorists if they observe the driver texting. Violators may be fined $150 and have two points added to…

November 7, 2011

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