The NYS Court of Appeals continues its vigorous protection of an accused's Constitutional right to a public trial.
In People v.Floyd the NYS Court of Appeals reversed a Brooklyn murder conviction finding that the accused was deprived of his constitutional right to a p...
Can a Police Officer ask me if I have a weapon in my car?
Here’s the scenario: A police officer stops a motorist for a legitimate traffic infraction – the officer approaches the car –asks the driver for their license, registration and insurance card – then the officer...