Reducing bail to a mathematical formula

I came across a fascinating article this morning discussing a new concept in the criminal justice systems of some states: fixing (or not imposing at all) bail based on an algorithm that takes into account a defendant’s criminal history and the nature of the...

Family Court and the Highest Stakes

After having read this article in the New Yorker, I feel compelled to share it.  It is about as realistic a picture as I have ever seen in the media of the high stakes in a Family Court neglect case. One thing I will say however is that the Deputy County Attorneys and...

A brief history of Times Square

The owners of the building where my office is located have assembled a really cool brochure on the storied history of the building.  I found it was really neat and interesting so I thought I would share.  Please click on each image to enlarge. Enjoy:...

It’s not my case, I promise…

I’m quite certain I’ve spent more time talking about the Charlie Tan case in the last year than any other case that I was not involved in.  In any event, here is the link to the recent Democrat and Chronicle article about the District Attorney’s...