by criminaldefense | Mar 15, 2018 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
If you have a criminal record, you probably tend to experience regret for your past actions. Do you ever wish that you could go back in time and never commit the act in the first place? Were you a teenager going through a rough time, with few options and zero positive...
by criminaldefense | Mar 8, 2018 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
The processes of record sealing and expungement involve making your criminal record unavailable to the public. With record sealing, your criminal record is still on file but it cannot be viewed by the public without a court order. Law enforcement agencies and firearm...
by criminaldefense | Jan 19, 2018 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
Do you need a criminal defense attorney? Whatever your situation is, from DWI to Domestic Violence to Home Invasion, you want someone who has the talent, experience, and knowledge to fight for your case. There are a lot of defense lawyers in New York, so how do you...
by criminaldefense | Jan 2, 2018 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
It might not seem like a big deal to grab a drink at happy hour and drive home after. But driving while intoxicated in New York is a serious offense. You can be put in jail, lose or have your driver’s license suspended, and/or pay hefty fines. It might be...
by criminaldefense | Dec 14, 2017 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
Even though prostitution is illegal in the vast majority of states, some residents of New York engage in this activity in order to make a living or for personal reasons, they seek to hire a prostitute. It’s important to understand that both the prostitute and the...
by criminaldefense | Nov 18, 2017 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
If you’re in the middle of preparing for a trial and could be convicted of a felony, there’s a lot to know and we’re sure you’re overwhelmed and stressed. The good news is that you can have a highly-experienced and reliable criminal defense attorney on your side. Lisa...
by criminaldefense | Oct 20, 2017 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
An improper defense can often be the reason why those who have been charged with sexual abuse are convicted of the crime. When facing sexual abuse charges, it is critical that you work with a criminal defense attorney in New York who is experienced with the defense...
by criminaldefense | Oct 5, 2017 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
When facing a criminal charge, or after having been sentenced for a criminal charge, one of the things you may want to know is if you can get the charge expunged from your record, either right away or after a certain amount of time. While The Law Office of Lisa Pelosi...
by criminaldefense | Sep 22, 2017 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
There are many situations in which plea bargains are offered, where an agreement is made between the prosecution and the defendant. If the bargain is accepted, the defendant will plead guilty to a less serious offense or just some of the charges and will receive a...
by criminaldefense | Sep 9, 2017 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
Credit card fraud is an unauthorized taking of someone’s credit or debit card with the intent of charging purchases to the account or removing money from the account. If you are facing credit card theft or fraud charges, make sure you have a criminal defense attorney...
by criminaldefense | Aug 19, 2017 | Criminal Lawyer New York
When facing criminal charges, it’s not the time to put your life, reputation, and finances on the line and trust in an inexperienced criminal lawyer to fight for your case. It’s the time to contact a law office who has years of experience with the New York system and...
by criminaldefense | Aug 4, 2017 | Criminal Defense Attorney New York
If you and your partner have been fighting and it resulted in a call to the police, your mind might be racing with potential criminal charges, jail sentences, and how these could affect your personal and professional life. But before you jump to conclusions, take some...
by criminaldefense | Jul 22, 2017 | Criminal Lawyer New York
It can be confusing with various legal terms and other jargon when you’re trying to find a simple answer about your situation. If you have been charged with theft, robbery, burglary, or embezzlement, trying to determine what the difference is and the potential...
by criminaldefense | Jun 17, 2017 | Criminal Lawyer New York
Facing a felony charge can change the path of your life in a significant way. In New York City from 2000 through 2005, there were seven major felony offenses, including murder, rape, robbery, and more. In order to protect your future and ensure that you have the right...
by criminaldefense | May 26, 2017 | Criminal Lawyer New York
In the year 2016, there were over 100,000 felony offenses in New York. There are seven major felony offenses, including murder, rape, robbery, felony assault, burglary, grand larceny, and grand larceny of a motor vehicle. Learn more about each felony and what the...