Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

I have been charged in New York with DWI and Criminal Mischief E Felony for damages over $250. What I am being charged for is damaging a police car, which might not be what it happened, but still I am charged with that. What are the possible consequences and will I be able to pass without any jail time? It is my first offence. I have been charged in Brooklyn, NY. the DWI charge is misdemeanor.


Asked on 8/12/10, 2:42 pm

5 Answers from Attorneys

I don't think you are looking at jail - the big challenge is avoiding getting a criminal record. I am a former federal and State prosecutor and now handle criminal defense. Feel free to contact me if you are looking to retain counsel.

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Answered on 8/17/10, 3:49 pm
Joel Salinger Law Office of Joel R. Salinger

You are not going to go to jail based upon the information you provided. The real consequences will probably be a reduction to a misdemeanor on the Criminal Mischief and a reduction to a violation on the DWI. What you really need is an attorney who can attempt to get the charges reduced down to non criminal charges on both and not just one. A criminal record will stay with you for the rest of your life and can cause numerous problems with employment, loans and other situations.

If you would like a free consultation, you can contact my office at 516-746-4747 or [email protected].

Joel R. Salinger

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Answered on 8/17/10, 8:27 pm
Steve Brodsky Esq. CheapNewYorkLLC.com

You really need an attorney to help get you the best possible deal and avoid having a criminal record. If you want a very reasonably priced attorney, call or email. 212-913-9907. [email protected]

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Answered on 8/18/10, 7:36 am
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

You are not likely facing jail, but you are facing a criminal record. Before any strategy is advised, it is important to retain an experienced DWi/DUI, criminal defense attorney. Please go to www.nydrunkdrivingdefense.com or call 7188340087.

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Answered on 8/18/10, 9:09 am
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

You are being charged with vehicle and traffic law section 1192 subsection 2 or 3, chargeable as a misdemeanor on a first offense.

There are many potential defenses in such cases, however they are generally more and more limited the higher above the .08 marker for your blood alcohol content, and past .16 blood alcohol content some options for plea negotiations fail all together.

Our office is extremely experienced in handling these cases, with. A former prosecutor of such cases on board.

Generally, NY also has some hefty fines whi h could result from such cases, as well as license suspension or revocation... Contact our office at 877-700-0464 to discuss further.

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Answered on 8/19/10, 12:58 am


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