Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

140.05 Trespass NYC

The offense:

My friends and I were exploring an

abandoned hospital and we were

written up by an officer and

charged with 140.05. The slip says

we were found in a fenced

construction site without

permission or authority. The officer

was very understanding and told

us it would not appear on our

records. He told us to show up to

346 Broadway and just plead guilty

and pay the fee.

Question:

We were wondering it we should

hire an attorney or take any other

measures before pleading guilty.

Also what would be the most likely

penalty or fine we will have to pay?

Would it be possible to pay the fine

before the court date or move the

date up earlier?

Thank you,

Some nyc college students


Asked on 4/19/09, 5:52 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

Re: 140.05 Trespass NYC

It is a violation as charged and is not a crime.A plea or finding of guilty will not constitute a criminal record. That being said there is some benefit in retaining a criminal defense attorney to insure that there is no collateral damage. I handle matters such as these on a daily basis. Feel free to contact my office @7188340087 for a free phone consultation.

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Answered on 4/20/09, 12:26 pm
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: 140.05 Trespass NYC

This is what is termed a violation and not a crime. A

Plea to such a charge would not leave you with a criminal

Record but could have other negative ramifications such

As affecting the citizenship or residency process if you

Are not currently a citizen or resident.

There may be other collateral consequences with professional

Licensing in the future.

Our office charges a low flat fee on these cases feel free

To contact us for further detail at 2127098303

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Answered on 4/19/09, 6:03 pm


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