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220.16 fb (crim poss contrl subst-3rd b

Good Evening,

My question to you is my brother has been charged with a 220.16 FB (CRIM POSS CONTRL SUBST-3RD B Felony) He was supposedly being watched and follwed and the undercover cops pulled him over and threatened they knew he had more and know where he lives. He then decided to cooperate and lead the Narcotic cops back to his home and he lead them to find a 1/2 kilo of cocaine. My question to you is why was his bail remanded? And he has been incarcerated since Dec. 2 with all of his hearings dates adjourned and postponed. Why is this process taking so long? He has no prior record could this work in his favor? Any information on this case would be helpful. We are wondering why his legal aid attorney has been so quiet and are wondering if he is working in his favor or not. We may need to seek an alternate council.


Asked on 2/19/09, 8:03 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Steven Czik CZIK LAW PLLC

Re: 220.16 fb (crim poss contrl subst-3rd b

It would be highly advisable to retain an experienced private attorney to defend your brother and preserve his rights.

We have substantial experience handling these types of cases, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

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Answered on 2/23/09, 3:25 pm
Matthew Schwartz Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC

Re: 220.16 fb (crim poss contrl subst-3rd b

If your brother's attorney is not providing you with basic information about the case, perhaps you should seek new counsel.

I am a former prosecutor and I worked for the Special Narcotics Prosecutor so I have extensive experience in handling drug cases.

I would be happy to meet with you and to visit your brother to discuss your options. There is no fee for the initial consultation.

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Answered on 2/20/09, 9:26 am
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: 220.16 fb (crim poss contrl subst-3rd b

I regularly handle major drug crimes, and handled the defense on what

Was termed the biggest drug bust in the history of

Westchester county.

I can tell you a few things. On large drug cases legal aid

Is never the way to go. He is remanded due to the amount of

The weight of the drug, and the potential jail term associated

With this charge.

If you would like a free consultation call us at 2127098303

During normal business hours

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Answered on 2/19/09, 8:13 pm
Robert Reuland Law Offices of Robert C. Reuland, P.C.

Re: 220.16 fb (crim poss contrl subst-3rd b

Your brother is facing very serious charges and you should not expect to have a trial on this case until the end of summer or fall at the earliest. That's just the way it is in NYC. This is not the fault of his current lawyer. Legal Aid does a fine job, though they are a bit overworked. Good luck.

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Answered on 2/19/09, 8:40 pm


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