State Crimes

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Our firm has the knowledge and experience needed to successfully represent you in your New York State criminal case. In New York, you may get charged with several levels of infractions including violations, misdemeanors, and felonies. Felonies and Misdemeanors are broken down to different classes between A to E. Felonies are further broken down by violent or non-violent felonies. Every crime in the state of New York comes with its own unique penalties. If you are charged with a crime in New York State, you should contact us to help you defend against your charges. Some of the more common criminal convictions that we handle in New York include; larceny, robbery, drug charges, domestic violence, aggravated assault, murder, manslaughter, and DWI.

Larceny and Robbery: The charges of larceny and robbery are two of the most common crimes committed in New York. Both crimes involve the stealing of other’s possessions but for a robbery charge, there needs to be a use of force or a threat against someone to steal or maintain the goods. Our firm knows how to successfully defend against these allegations because we have experience handling larceny and robbery charges.

Drug Charges: Drug charges in the state of New York usually come in two forms, either simple possession or trafficking. The trafficking of drugs involves the attempt to sell or manufacture drugs illegally. The drugs involved in these charges are known as controlled substances and include some common drugs such as; cocaine, meth, marijuana, heroin and certain prescription drugs like Vicodin or Oxycodone.

DUI / DWI / DUAI: if you are arrested for driving while intoxicated you may face up to a year in jail, several fines, possibility, of an ignition interlock device, and suspension of your license. Our firm understands that the charge of driving while intoxicated may seriously impair you, your family and your ability to work, which is why we will work hard for you to defend against these charges.

Domestic Violence: Domestic violence cases usually bring up charges of assault, battery, or even endangering the welfare of a child. Domestic disputes at home can result in the police on the spot placing you under arrest and usually pressing a variety of charges against you. Our firm will work with you to try and ensure the correct stories get told and that you are not being overcharged for any offense you may have committed.

Aggravated Assault: Aggravated assaults, which involve the purposeful attack of another. There are usually several reasons why altercations occur, so in defending an aggravated assault case it is important to work with the facts of the altercation. Our firm has experience investigating and working with clients to help defend against the charge of aggravated assault.

Murder and Manslaughter: Murder or the lesser charge of manslaughter both involve the killing of another. Manslaughter usually involves killing someone unintentionally or only with the intent to hurt someone, while murder is the intentional killing of another. In New York, there are varying degrees of these homicide crimes and here at LS, we know how to defend against these charges and to negotiate charges.

We will be with you and quarterback and strategize.
We will be with you helping to guide you each step of the way.

  • Gathering of Evidence
  • Questioning of Suspects and Witnesses
  • Indictments and Criminal Charges
  • Plea Deals
  • Trial and Litigation