On September 3, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the state’s largest criminal vape enforcement action to date. The action has resulted in over a dozen arrests and nearly 40 criminal charges.  The Focus of the Criminal Vape Enforcement Action The enforcement action focused on businesses and business owners suspected of…

Several significant changes to New York’s criminal justice laws appeared in 2025. These changes affect the criminal justice process, specific criminal statutes, and operations of various courts throughout New York. Additional changes are still working through the state legislature, creating the potential for more adjustments before the year’s end. Discovery Reform Makes Headlines Throughout New…

In June 2025, the office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul awarded $20.2 million in grants to support the state’s STRIVE initiative. The grants support 155 jobs in 87 law enforcement agencies and community organizations throughout New York. These agencies seek to address allegations of domestic violence and other stressful home and family situations. What…

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles announced a new “forfeit after four” policy. Drivers convicted of four drug-or alcohol-related driving incidents will now face the permanent loss of their New York driver’s license. The New “Forfeit After Four” Rule The new rule tightens up penalties for drivers who receive repeated DUI/DWI convictions. Under…