Criminal Defense
Charged in New York?
Here's What You Need to Know.
Serving Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Putnam, Columbia, Greene & the greater Hudson Valley.
Criminal Defense Areas of Practice
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation First Degree is a felony for driving with suspended license.
Aggravated Family Offense charges elevate repeat domestic misdemeanors to Class E felonies.
Assault charges involve intentionally, recklessly, or negligently causing injury to another person.
New York DMV suspends licenses when drivers accumulate 11 points within 24 months.
Criminal Contempt charges involve alleged violations of court orders or protection orders
Criminal Mischief charges apply when someone intentionally or recklessly damages another's property.
Traffic violations accumulate points on your license, leading to suspension and higher premiums.
Domestic violence encompasses various crimes occurring between people in domestic relationships like spouses.
Driving Without Insurance charges apply when operating or owning registered vehicles without liability coverage.
Drug charges vary from misdemeanor possession to felonies depending on substance and amount.
DWAI Alcohol charges apply when alcohol impairs driving ability, even below .08% BAC.
DWAI Drugs charges rely on officer observations and blood/urine testing for impairment evidence.
Felony DWI charges result from repeat offenses, child passengers, or causing serious injury.
Failure to Answer a Summons results in scofflaw license suspension for missing court.
Grand Larceny charges involve unlawfully taking property valued over $1,000 with intent.
Gun and firearms charges in New York carry severe penalties, including mandatory prison.
Hardship driving privileges allow essential travel to work, school, or medical appointments.
Insurance lapse suspensions occur from coverage gaps or missed payments under New York law.
Leaving the scene of personal injury accidents is a criminal charge, potentially felony.
Leaving the scene of property damage accidents involves failing to stop and exchange information.
Orders of Protection are court-issued orders limiting or prohibiting contact between individuals.
Petit Larceny involves unlawfully taking property valued at $1,000 or less with intent.
Prompt Suspension immediately suspends licenses at DWI arraignment for BAC .08 or higher.
Points-based suspensions occur when drivers accumulate 11 points within 24 months in New York.
Reckless Driving is a misdemeanor for operating vehicles endangering others or interfering traffic.
Chemical test refusal after DWI arrests triggers automatic license suspension and DMV hearings.
Self-defense under Article 35 may legally justify assault or violent crime charges.
Speeding tickets under VTL §1180 carry points, fines, surcharges, and insurance increases.
White collar crimes involve fraud, forgery, embezzlement, or financial misconduct allegations in New York.