South Huntington Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal Defense

Criminal defendants face an uphill battle after being accused or arrested for a crime. At Karpf Criminal Law, we represent men and women facing criminal charges which range from traffic offenses to drug charges and serious felonies. Contact us today to talk with our South Huntington criminal defense lawyer.

Every case begins when a criminal defendant picks up a phone and calls. We can jump in and appear with you in court for an arraignment, argue for bail, and immediately begin pulling together a strong defense. Ready to find out more? Call (631)424-6444 today. We offer a consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney.

We Defend Serious Felonies

Felonies carry the most severe penalties if convicted. Some of the most common New York felonies include:

• Murder
• Arson in the first degree
• Aggravated assault
• Assault
• Kidnapping
• Robbery
• Rape
• Sexual assault against a minor

Your sentence will depend on the crime, but it’s possible to receive a life sentence for committing a Class A felony. A Class C violent felony could send you to prison for up to 15 years. And even the least serious felony, a Class E nonviolent felony, can result in years of probation.

There are collateral consequences to a conviction as well. You can lose the legal right to vote while in prison or on parole, and lose the right to lawfully possess a gun. You should meet with our attorney to discuss what you are facing. Felonies deserve a vigorous defense.ny can result in a life sentence, whereas even a Class D violent felony can send someone to prison for 2-7 years.

We Can Defend against Misdemeanor Offenses

Misdemeanors are less serious than felonies, but there are still serious consequences of a conviction:

• You can spend months in jail.
• You might need to follow strict probation for years.
• Some defendants must install an ignition interlock device on their vehicles, perform community service, or pay restitution.
• Any conviction for a misdemeanor can show up on a criminal history report, creating problems moving forward. Increasingly, landlords and employers rely on background checks, and they might react negatively to any criminal history.

Karpf Criminal Law can defend against any misdemeanor offense, which might include:

• Third-degree assault
• Third-degree stalking
• Making graffiti
• Criminal use of public benefits
• Fraudulent accosting
• Third-degree identity theft
• Inciting to riot

There are hundreds of misdemeanors, and this list is only a small sampling. Let us review whether the facts warrant the charges.

Get Help with Drug or Sex Crime Charges

Drug and sex crimes are charged as felonies or misdemeanors, but they pose unique challenges to defendants.

Any sex crime conviction can require registration in a public database as well as a destroyed reputation. These cases are often fact sensitive, with consent a possible defense. You need a lawyer who isn’t afraid to represent someone accused of a violent sex crime.

Drug crimes carry stiff penalties for what was probably a simple mistake. Trying to sort out possible penalties is complex and depends on the drug involved, the amount, and any aggravating factors. Prosecutors often overcharge by inaccurately weighing the drugs involved or misidentifying the drug. You deserve a seasoned advocate who will find mistakes in the state’s case. Call Karpf Criminal Law if you need help.

Comprehensive Criminal Defense Services

Many people have no idea what to do after arrest, and few people around the jail will provide a straight answer. New York District Attorneys are not afraid to play hardball. They might argue you should stay in jail until your trial, and they could seek the maximum penalties even for someone with a clean record.

The worst mistake is hoping anyone in the process has your best interests at heart. They don’t. You need your own aggressive criminal defense lawyer on your team.

We can:

• Review your criminal background and the charges to see what penalties you are facing. Someone with a prior criminal conviction could receive enhanced penalties.
• Analyze the evidence against you and see if it’s as strong as the District Attorney thinks.
• Search for other evidence which the police haven’t found or didn’t bother to turn over.;
• File pretrial motions to challenge the collection or use of evidence and ask a judge to suppress this evidence.
• Develop a detailed case strategy, which might include pretrial negotiation for a plea deal.

We have enjoyed success in all types of cases and can explain our experience in greater detail during a consultation.

Speak with a Passionate South Huntington Criminal Defense Lawyer

Karpf Criminal Law is committed to helping the community navigate the criminal justice system and providing a strong defense on your behalf. Have questions? Contact us today by calling