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In New York, you can legally punch a person who punched you first only if you reasonably believe that doing so is necessary to defend yourself from imminent unlawful force. In other words, you cannot legally punch a person...

New York City Administrative Code outlaws the possession of airsoft guns, BB guns, and other air guns in New York City if you do not have the appropriate licensing. That section of the administrative code, 10-131(b), reads:...

Did you receive a Desk Appearance Ticket (DAT)? Are you trying to decide whether you need a lawyer to get your Desk Appearance Ticket dismissed? This article discusses Desk Appearance Tickets and the advantages you gain if...

People charged with certain offenses must abide by a temporary order of protection while their cases are pending, and they may have to abide by a final order of protection if they are convicted.  The consequences of...

If you are charged with a crime and have a prior criminal conviction, the outcome of your current case can be affected in some ways by your previous conviction.  Sentencing Discretionary Effects If you have a criminal...