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Q: What punishment do I face if I am convicted of vehicular manslaughter in the second degree?

Vehicular Manslaughter in the 2 nd degree is a class D felony. If a person is convicted of this offense, the person faces an indeterminate sentence up to 7 years in a state correctional facility. In the alternative, the defendant may be sentenced to maximum period of probation of up to 5 years. The defendant also faces a fine of up to $5000.

What is vehicular manslaughter in the second degree?

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A person can be charged with vehicular manslaughter in the 2nd degree, in violation of NY penal law section 125.12 if the defendant commits one of the following acts: they operate a motor vehicle or a boat while intoxicated by alcohol and/or impaired by drugs [...]

What is vehicular manslaughter in the second degree?admin2020-05-04T14:43:31+00:00

What punishment do I face if I am convicted of vehicular manslaughter in the second degree?

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Vehicular Manslaughter in the 2nd degree is a class D felony. If a person is convicted of this offense, the person faces an indeterminate sentence up to 7 years in a state correctional facility. In the alternative, the defendant may be sentenced to maximum period [...]

What punishment do I face if I am convicted of vehicular manslaughter in the second degree?admin2020-05-03T14:43:51+00:00

What is the safety valve exception in Federal Drug Cases?

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The Safety valve exception allows an additional two-point guideline reduction if you: Do not have more than 1 criminal history point. There was no violence or allegations of a gun. No one was injured. You were not an organizer or leader of the offense. You [...]

What is the safety valve exception in Federal Drug Cases?admin2020-01-30T13:00:05+00:00

If I try and meet a person who I believe is underage, but that person turns out to be an undercover police officer can I be charged with a crime in New York?

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Yes. In the area of rape, other sexually related crimes (LINK), or child pornography (LINK), law enforcement will often act in an undercover capacity to establish relationships with people online. If you meet someone you believe to be underage for a sexually related purpose, in [...]

If I try and meet a person who I believe is underage, but that person turns out to be an undercover police officer can I be charged with a crime in New York?admin2020-01-30T12:57:26+00:00

If I am arrested for meeting an undercover police officer who I thought was underage, is this considered entrapment?

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Possibly. A person arrested as part of a sting operation for potential sexual interactions with a minor may have an entrapment defense if they can prove they otherwise would not have committed the crime but for the inducement by law enforcement. To have a successful [...]

If I am arrested for meeting an undercover police officer who I thought was underage, is this considered entrapment?admin2020-01-30T12:39:59+00:00

If I get convicted for meeting an undercover law enforcement officer who I believed was a minor, will I be required to register as a sex offender?

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Yes. Convictions for crimes related to sexual crimes with minors, even if they are attempted crimes or involve an undercover law enforcement officer, require registration under the New York State Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA).

If I get convicted for meeting an undercover law enforcement officer who I believed was a minor, will I be required to register as a sex offender?admin2020-01-30T12:39:34+00:00

How is it determined if a teenager will receive youthful offender status?

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When a person is convicted of a crime, a Judge is responsible for determining the sentence that person will receive. This is appropriately called the “sentencing” phase of a criminal case. What some people do not realize, however, is that sentences can vary wildly based [...]

How is it determined if a teenager will receive youthful offender status?admin2019-12-01T16:18:17+00:00

What will help my child receive a youthful offender sentence?

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Your child will have a better chance at receiving a YO sentence if your criminal defense lawyer can argue that there is evidence of rehabilitation and demonstration of living a productive life including participation in educational and vocational programs, alcohol and substance abuse treatment and/or [...]

What will help my child receive a youthful offender sentence?admin2019-11-01T16:21:08+00:00

Do I need a personal injury lawyer for a dog bite injury?

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Yes, you should strongly consider hiring a dog bite lawyer if you’ve been injured by a dog. While some minor bites may only require basic medical attention, more serious dog attacks can lead to significant injuries, infections, nerve damage, scarring, or emotional trauma, all [...]

Do I need a personal injury lawyer for a dog bite injury?admin2025-10-30T19:30:06+00:00

How do I know if I have a case beyond workers’ compensation?

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If you are injured on a construction site you may have a case beyond workers’ compensation if someone other than your employer contributed to your construction site injury. Workers’ compensation only covers medical expenses and a portion of lost wages—but it does not provide payment [...]

How do I know if I have a case beyond workers’ compensation?admin2025-10-30T19:08:45+00:00