Yesterday the New York State Senate passed a bill which would make driving the wrong way on a New York roadway a felony. According to Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos, “This bill would help make sure law enforcement has the appropriate tools to prosecute and hold drivers accountable for reckless actions when they knowingly jeopardize…
DetailsThe Nassau Crime Lab scandal costs $1 Million so far, according to an article published in Sunday’s Newsday. In previous articles, we described the scandal through its many twists and turns, but the true cost to the county, both financial and otherwise, may take years to fully emerge. The one million dollar figure referred to…
DetailsNew York’s Move Over Law was expanded beginning January 1, 2012. The old law, which was the subject of a prior article, added to duties to motorists who are approaching emergence vehicles. That law read in part as follows: Drivers must use due care when approaching an emergency vehicle that displays red and/or white emergency…
DetailsThe Nassau County Veterans Court was established in November of 2011 to give eligible defendants the opportunity to receive treatment and counseling rather than go to jail for their crimes. The Court is located in the Nassau County District Court House at 99 Main Street, Hempstead. At the opening ceremonies for this new court, Administrative…
DetailsWhat is a Desk Appearance Ticket? A Desk Appearance Ticket, sometimes referred to as a DAT or an appearance ticket, is a summons that is sometimes issued by the police in New York State to those accused of offenses and certain misdemeanors. Receiving a desk appearance ticket usually means that the defendant spends less time…
DetailsWe posted back in May about the use of red light cameras on Long Island. Last week Newsday published an article that highlighted a few Long Island motorists’ recent experiences with red light cameras. One reader, Elene Contegiacomo of New Hyde Park, successfully beat a red light ticket in court with the help of her…
DetailsThe New York State Drinking Driver Program is available to New York drivers whose licenses have been revoked or suspended due to being convicted of an alcohol or drug related driving offense. Completing The New York State Drinking Driver Program (DDP) may allow a motorist to obtain a conditional license or restore driving privileges, although…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsThe 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…
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