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Hearsay is a legal term that is often used by lawyers and non-lawyers in various contexts, but many people (even lawyers!) don’t actually know the definition of hearsay. Hearsay is an important concept in law because...

Many people facing petit larceny or grand larceny charges were arrested for their alleged conduct inside of a store. Surprisingly, people can face criminal charges for stealing property in a store even if they did not...

Many people who face criminal charges also struggle with substance abuse issues. Oftentimes, a criminal defendant gets involved with illegal activity solely because of his or her drug addiction.  Also, a person suffering...

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:...