Recent Blog Posts
Pretrial Diversion in New York
If you have been arrested for a crime, you may believe that there are only two possible outcomes: You are either found guilty or not guilty. There are, however, other possibilities, particularly for first-time offenders accused of nonviolent crimes. Diversion is particularly common for nonviolent drug crimes. Eligible defendants in New York can apply… Read More »
New York Institutes Massive Bail Reform
On April 1, 2019, New York State passed sweeping criminal justice reform legislation intended to all but eliminate the cash bail system for defendants arrested in the state. The measure is set to go into effect in January 2020. Read on for an understanding of bail under the new regime, and contact a passionate… Read More »
Dupée & Monroe Successfully Overturns Client Conviction On Appeal
We at Dupée & Monroe, P.C., are proud to announce that we have secured justice for our client after he was unjustly convicted for crimes related to refusing to let the police search his car. Attorney Jon Dupée, one of our partners, successfully argued that the police had no proper grounds to arrest our… Read More »
Dupée & Monroe Partner Settles Injured Client’s Claim for $1.15 Million
Dupée & Monroe is proud to announce that partner James Monroe has reached an agreement to settle the claims of a driver who was seriously injured in a local crash. The accident victim was awarded $1.15 million in an agreement reached through private mediation. Read on to learn more about the case, and contact… Read More »
Changes to Pot Penalties in New York
States around the country are moving more and more toward the legalization of cannabis. Eleven states have now completely legalized the recreational use of marijuana, as have the District of Columbia and certain U.S. territories. The federal government has yet to get on board, but even states like New York that have not fully… Read More »
Dupée & Monroe Scores Huge Victory for New York Car Accident Victim
Attorney James E. Monroe, one of our partners here at Dupée & Monroe, P.C., recently won a significant victory on behalf of a client who was injured in a serious car accident. The court granted our client’s motion for summary judgment on the issue of liability, leaving open only how much in damages the… Read More »
Wallkill NASCAR Driver Returns to Truck Series after Arrest
A local professional driver has been reinstated to his membership in the Gander Outdoors Truck Series after criminal charges against him were dropped. With the help of the Goshen criminal defense attorneys at Dupée & Monroe, Tyler Dippel will be able to return to his livelihood as a driver for NASCAR. Learn more about… Read More »
How to Clear a Bench Warrant in New York
If you fail to appear at a required court date, then the judge may issue a bench warrant. Bench warrants are especially likely if your court appearance is part of an ongoing criminal matter and you are out on bail. A bench warrant authorizes the police to arrest you on sight and can lead… Read More »
Limiting Secondary Consequences of Convictions: Sealing Your New York Criminal Record
Criminal convictions are, unfortunately, the gift that keeps on giving. Well after you have paid your fines and served your time, you may still face ancillary consequences. Convictions can impact your ability to work in certain industries, obtain professional licenses, gain custody of children, and affect your immigration status, among other things. A recent… Read More »
New York Implements Law Raising the Age for Prosecution as an Adult
The State of New York was, until recently, one of only a few states that presumed juvenile responsibility on behalf of 16 and 17-year-olds. Now, a law passed in April 2017 that raised the age of criminal responsibility to 18 has begun to enter into effect, with full implementation to begin in October 2020…. Read More »