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Is DWI A Felony In NY?
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Last Modified on Dec 02, 2025

A DWI arrest feels like your world just got flipped upside down, your license, your job, maybe even your freedom are all on the line. You're probably wondering "Is DWI A Felony In NY?" and frantically searching for answers while dealing with court dates and…

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Types of Immunity in a Federal Criminal Case
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Last Modified on Dec 08, 2025

If you watch a lot of crime television you’ve probably heard more than one fictional arrestee say, “I want immunity” to investigators. When they do, the audience understands he’s not going to be prosecuted, and that he’ll probably enter the witness protection program. But there…

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Can Your Search History Really Get You Arrested in New York?
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Last Modified on Dec 12, 2025

Yes, your search history can potentially get you arrested in New York, as demonstrated by documented cases like Michele Catalano and her husband who received law enforcement visits over their Google searches, and Gilberto Valle who was arrested based on his search history. While police…

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3 Ways You Can Become a Cyber Criminal Without Meaning To
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Last Modified on Oct 06, 2025

Ignorance of the law is no defense in any criminal case, and many people do things with their computers, in ignorance, that could get them in big trouble. Are you someone who could be in danger of being charged for cyber-crimes you never knew you…

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Taking the Stand: What to Expect If You Testify in Your Criminal Case
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Last Modified on Sep 12, 2025

It isn’t always the best strategy for a defendant to take the stand during a criminal case. In fact, there are several situations in which a NY defense lawyer would strongly advise a client against testifying. For example, if the defendant seems uncertain or forgetful…

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What to Do When the Police Want to Search Your New York Home?
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Last Modified on Nov 17, 2025

It is a unique and stressful experience to open your front door and find the police on the other side. For most clients at Koch Law, it is also an extremely rare occurrence that can immediately ignite fear, suspicion, and concern. Yet, as a New…

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Should You Go To Trial for Federal Criminal Charges?
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Last Modified on Dec 08, 2025

Early in your federal criminal case, you have a major decision to make: do you want to accept a plea bargain from the federal prosecutor or go to trial? In the United States, upwards of 90% of federal criminal charges are settled before trial, and…

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What to Do When Your Business Is Accused of a Phishing Scam?
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Last Modified on Jan 09, 2025

It’s tough for startups and new businesses to begin building their presence online and through direct marketing. To build brand recognition and interest in the company, you can make phone calls, invest in a social media presence, and send outreach emails. Often, these emails reach…

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