Category Archives: News
Court Reinstates Adnan Syed’s Murder Conviction
The Serial podcast made the case of Adnan Syed famous. He was charged with killing his girlfriend, Hae Min Lee, in 1999 and has been in prison for the crime ever since. This is a Maryland case, but it’s an interesting one. Koch Law, PLLC…
Types of Immunity in a Federal Criminal Case
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…
What You Should Know About the New NYC Revenge Porn Law
Think twice before you hit the “send” button on that racy picture you took of your ex last year. Sharing illicit photographs without the subject’s permission, a practice known as “revenge porn,” is now illegal in the State of New York. It’s a bill that…
Can Your Search History Really Get You Arrested in New York?
The short answer is yes. It’s happened before. Michele Catalano and her husband got visits from law enforcement over their Google searches.. Gilberto Valle got arrested for his (admittedly disturbing) search history. And whatever you think of these individuals, what they chose to search, or…
3 Ways You Can Become a Cyber Criminal Without Meaning To
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…
Taking the Stand: What to Expect If You Testify in Your Criminal Case
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…
What to Do When the Police Want to Search Your New York Home?
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…
Should You Go To Trial for Federal Criminal Charges?
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…
What to Do When Your Business Is Accused of a Phishing Scam?
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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