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What Are the Grounds for Suppressing Evidence in a New York or Federal Criminal Case?
Suppression of evidence is one of the most important tools a Westchester criminal defense lawyer has to help you with your state or federal case. To suppress evidence, your lawyer must file a Motion to Suppress and make a valid legal argument for why a…
NYC Crime Rate 2026 – Latest Statistics
New York City's overall crime rate has decreased by 3% compared to the previous year, with 375 murder cases reported through December 2024, making it one of the safest large cities in America. The most common crimes are petit larceny with 109,426 cases and grand…
DUI vs DWI in New York: What’s the Difference and Which Is Worse?
Getting pulled over for suspected drunk driving hits hard. The flashing lights, the stress of what comes next, and then the confusion - what's the difference between DUI vs DWI in New York anyway? You're facing serious consequences either way, but the legal system doesn't…
What Happens When You Get A DWI in NY?
In the aftermath of a DWI charge, it's easy to feel unsure of what to do next. One main question many ask is “What happens when you get a DWI in New York?” Our team at Koch Law, PLLC, is here to explain the process,…
Are Gun Crimes Automatically Considered Federal Crimes?
Gun violence is on the rise in New York City. If you are a defendant accused of a gun crime, you could face both federal and state charges. Adding firearms to any other crime can also make the charges and likely sentence far more serious.…
Nassau County, NY Crime Rate
Nassau County consistently maintains one of the lowest crime rates in New York State, with approximately 1,100 total index crimes per 100,000 residents annually. This breaks down to roughly 150 violent crimes and 950 property crimes per 100,000 people, significantly outperforming both state averages (around…
What is Tax Fraud?
It’s the end of the year, which means most people will be doing their taxes within the next four months or so. Tax time can make anyone nervous—there’s no government agency that scares people more than the IRS. It’s a good time to talk about…
5 Ways to Protect Yourself Against IRS Tax Fraud Charges
Though the IRS pursues very few individuals for tax fraud, it’s one of the scariest charges you can face. In addition to receiving jail time and being saddled with a criminal record, the IRS can charge you 75% penalties if you are convicted of willful…
How Does the Grand Jury Process Work in a Criminal Case?
Before charges may formally be laid in a criminal case, the prosecutor must bring that case in front of a grand jury. The grand jury decides whether the prosecution has enough evidence to proceed. If they decide the prosecutor has sufficient evidence, the prosecutor can…
Understanding The Federal Crime of Bankruptcy Fraud
As projections say that millions of Americans will file for bankruptcy in the coming months, it’s a good idea to review the federal crime of bankruptcy fraud. According to the US Department of Justice, one out of every 10 bankruptcy filings involve some element of…
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