The Criminal Case In A Nut Shell: A 9 Part Series, Part 9: Appeals

  • Michael H. Ricca,

If you or a loved one has been convicted of a crime in New York State, the sentence imposed by the judge may have devastating consequences. In New York State, those who have been convicted of a crime have the right to file an appeal. Today, we will go over the appeals process in New  … Read more

NEW YORK 2020 BUDGET CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM

  • Michael H. Ricca,

THE NEW YORK STATE FY 2020 ENACTED BUDGET April 2019 started with a 5-page news release announcing that an agreement between Governor Cuomo and Legislative leaders had been reached for the New York State Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 budget. Known as the FY 2020 Enacted Budget, the $175.5 billion state budget included several major policy  … Read more

The Criminal Case In A Nut Shell: A 9 Part Series, Part 8: Sentencing

  • Michael H. Ricca,

If you or a loved one have been charged with a crime, the New York State criminal system can be intimidating. Not only are the New York State Penal Laws unforgiving, the complex judicial system can create its own set of obstacles. To help, The Law Offices of Michael H. Ricca P.C. has created a  … Read more

The Criminal Case In A Nut Shell: A 9 Part Series, Part 7: The Trial

  • Michael H. Ricca,

If you or a loved one has been accused of a crime, the New York State criminal case process can feel like a hopelessly complex uphill battle. Much of that is due to the often-confusing way a criminal case progresses. To help you make sense of the chaos, The Law Offices of Michael H. Ricca  … Read more