by Evan Zucker Law | May 20, 2026 | Cell Phone Ticket
You’re sitting at a red light on Route 17. You glance down at your phone for a second — maybe to check a text, maybe just to silence a notification. The light turns green. You go. And then you see the flashing lights behind you. A cell phone ticket in New York might...
by Evan Zucker Law | Apr 30, 2026 | Breathalyzer Tests
You’re driving home late on Route 17, maybe coming back from a friend’s place in Middletown or a dinner at the Newburgh waterfront. You get pulled over. The officer smells alcohol and asks you to blow into a breathalyzer. And the thought hits you:...
by Evan Zucker Law | Apr 23, 2026 | Speeding, Traffic Attorney
You’ve probably said or thought something like this: “If I keep my speed at just 5mph over the limit, I’m not going to get pulled over”. Many drivers assume there’s a small “grace zone” when it comes to speeding tickets—maybe 5 MPH over, maybe 10, or even just 1 MPH....
by Evan Zucker Law | Mar 29, 2026 | Custody Disputes
Having a marriage end is difficult enough, even when there are no children involved. When parents separate or divorce in New York, one of the most common questions is: “Who has full custody?” It sounds like a simple concept, but it depends on the court proceedings and...
by Evan Zucker Law | Mar 17, 2026 | Speeding, Traffic Attorney
Getting a speeding ticket in Orange County (or anywhere for that matter) is not fun. Loss of potentially hours in the day, cascading toward lateness and raising your blood pressure — especially if you’re worried about points, insurance increases, or even losing your...
by Evan Zucker Law | Feb 16, 2026 | Criminal Law, Misdemeanor Defense
If you were handed a Desk Appearance Ticket instead of being taken to jail, you probably felt pretty relieved. In many cases, that relief is justified — you avoided spending the night in custody. But it’s important to get one matter clear right now: a Desk Appearance...
by Evan Zucker Law | Jan 30, 2026 | Criminal Law, Misdemeanor Defense
Most people leave a New York courtroom thinking the hardest part is behind them. After getting arrested, arraigned, attending multiple court appearances, paying fines and court fees, and getting the case “resolved,” you’d think you were totally out of the woods. The...
by Evan Zucker Law | Jan 15, 2026 | Child Support Cases
Going through a divorce or custody case can be difficult or outright painful (especially for children). If you are in the middle of a divorce or custody case, upcoming changes to the New York State child support income cap in 2026 may directly affect your financial...
by Evan Zucker Law | Dec 19, 2025 | Criminal Law, DWI Defense
The holiday season is in full swing. Lights on trees, wreaths, holly, mistletoe, and overall good vibes are in the air. It is a time for celebration, family gatherings, office parties, and nights out with friends filled with gratitude and joy. But it is also one of...
by Evan Zucker Law | Dec 1, 2025 | Criminal Law, Traffic Attorney
Getting pulled over on Route 17, I-84, the NY Thruway, or any Orange County roadway can go from routine to stressful in seconds. A simple ticket can suddenly become a conversation about searching your car, and it does quite often in the county. Many drivers...
by Evan Zucker Law | Nov 24, 2025 | DWI Defense, Juvenile Offenders
What Is New York’s Zero Tolerance Law? The legal drinking age is 21, period. If you’re caught drinking and driving under the age of 21, you will face some harsh penalties. That is the case even if driving after just a few sips. In New York, anyone under 21...
by Evan Zucker Law | Oct 30, 2025 | Field Sobriety Tests
If you’ve been pulled over for suspected impaired driving, a breathalyzer isn’t instantly required by officers. Usually, you may first face a field sobriety test. Let’s learn what they are, what police officers look for when conducting a field...
by Evan Zucker Law | Oct 10, 2025 | Speeding
Driving around Orange or Sullivan County will reveal some changes from previous years. You’ve likely noticed more patrol cars, “Your Speed Is” signs, and speed cameras along local highways that were not there in years prior. New York State Law...
by Evan Zucker Law | Sep 29, 2025 | NYS Driver Point System
Recently, we published an article on the New York State Driver Penalty Point System, examining how it works, the number of points required to suspend your license, and other related details. But that system is undergoing some notable changes, which all NY motorists...
by Evan Zucker Law | Aug 29, 2025 | Traffic Attorney
Driving on the roads in New York State is not a free-for-all like the German autobahn (where there are no speed limits). Clear speed limits mark roadways, turn signals are required when turning, and activities like distracted driving with cell phone texting are a...
by Evan Zucker Law | Aug 21, 2025 | DWI Defense
Getting arrested for DWI in New York almost always comes with one immediate consequence: losing your driver’s license. For most people, that’s more than a minor inconvenience. Here in Orange County, NY, driving is how you get to work, take your kids to...
by Evan Zucker Law | Aug 1, 2025 | Traffic Attorney
Nobody wants to pay a traffic ticket. You’re probably frustrated. It is an ordeal: getting pulled over, being questioned, and given a ticket for a driving infraction of some kind. Undoubtedly, your frustration mounts when it’s time to pay the ticket, and...
by Evan Zucker Law | Jul 16, 2025 | Traffic Attorney
Getting a traffic ticket is frustrating, time-consuming, blood pressure-raising, and potentially expensive. In New York State, when you receive a traffic ticket, you must respond within a specific time frame—typically 15 to 30 days. If you ignore this deadline (or...
by Evan Zucker Law | Jul 7, 2025 | Petit Larceny
Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets is a notable attraction and shopping destinations in Orange County, NY and by far the largest. Many locals had their first jobs folding clothes at one retail store or another. Located in Central Valley, this massive shopping...
by Evan Zucker Law | Jun 26, 2025 | Juvenile Offenders
Building on our previous article, which covered Juvenile Offenders, let’s take a deeper dive into the court process. When a minor gets into trouble in New York, court-ordered detention isn’t always the outcome. Quite often, the Family Court opts for...
by Evan Zucker Law | Jun 5, 2025 | Juvenile Offenders
We were all kids once upon a time. We’ve all done things in our youth that we would never consider doing as adults. Everyone comes from a different background, from a different socio-economic standing, and a different family dynamic. Whether from a...
by Evan Zucker Law | May 22, 2025 | First-Time Offender
If you’ve been arrested for a first-time offense in NY state, you may wonder if you’ll end up in jail. Whether for a DWI, petty theft, or another variety of misdemeanors, the thought of being incarcerated can be overwhelming and downright depressing. But...
by Evan Zucker Law | May 2, 2025 | Case Sealing, Criminal Law
Ever find yourself in NY criminal court? Being arrested or convicted of a crime in New York State is reflected in your criminal record and can have serious consequences for things like finding employment, a place to live, and more. If the case was dropped or you won,...
by Evan Zucker Law | Apr 24, 2025 | Criminal Law
Let’s face it: life happens, and things don’t always go our way. Sometimes, even the best-laid plans and intentions get stopped dead in their tracks. Unanticipated complications like car trouble, unexpected illness, public transit delay, accidentally going...
