New York City Criminal Defense Lawyer

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The most important factor in any criminal case is the quality of your New York City criminal defense lawyer. Those of us that work in the criminal justice system have seen it time and time again; people who are represented quality defender are much more likely to be found not guilty at trial. At Perez & Cedeño, P.C., our defense team has a reputation for providing a creative and compelling defense to people facing criminal charges throughout the areas of New York City, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Nassau County, Queens, Staten Island, Suffolk County, and Westchester County.

Areas of Practice

Drug Crimes
Our firm represents people facing criminal charges related to drug crimes of all types, including criminal sales of a controlled substance, drug possession, drug trafficking, marijuana charges, narcotics charges, and can defend you in either state or federal court. Read more about drug crimes.

DWI/DUI
New York state lawmakers have passed statutes that heavily punishes those who are convicted of a DWI or DUI offense. If you are facing charges, or need help with a DMV refusal hearing, charges of driving while ability impaired by alcohol, driving while ability impaired by drugs, driving while intoxicated or DWI arraignments, felony DWI, or an underage DWI charge, we can act immediately to manage the case and help you fight back. Read more about DWI/DUI.

Federal Crimes
The federal criminal justice system has some of the toughest prosecutors, and the penalties imposed in this system are more extreme than at the state level. If you or your loved one is accused of any federal crime, you need help, and you need it immediately. Our firm represents those charges with airport gun charges, conspiracy, credit card fraud, federal drug charges, mortgage fraud, and charges involving accusations of organized crime activities among others. Read more about federal crimes.

Sex Crimes
It is extremely dangerous to be facing criminal accusations in any sex crime. A conviction could include the requirement to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life. We offer aggressive defense counsel in all types of sex crime accusations, including internet sex crimes, prostitution, rape, sex abuse, sex offender registration, sex offenses, sex with a minor, sexual conduct against a child, statutory rape and others. Read more about sex crimes.

Violent Crimes
State lawmakers have enhanced penalties for many violent crimes, and the situation can be extremely dangerous if you are facing charges related to any of these offenses. The firm can defend those accused of arson, aggravated harassment, assault, carjacking, domestic violence, gang assault, kidnapping, dangerous criminal accusations of manslaughter or murder, and all types of weapons charges. Read more about violent crimes.

Theft Crimes
A theft crime charge could be filed as a misdemeanor or a felony, based upon the situation, the value of the items that are alleged to have been stolen, as well as whether a weapon was involved, among other factors. These charges include criminal offenses such as burglary, grand larceny, identity theft, petit larceny, and shoplifting. Read more about theft crimes.

White Collar Crimes
There has been a great deal of focus on financial crimes in recent years, and state and federal law enforcement has expanded the number of task forces involved in identifying, arresting and charging those who are engaged in illegal financial activities. These crimes in include conspiracy, cases involving counterfeit cigarettes, counterfeit merchandise, counterfeit tax stamps, counterfeit U.S. currency, fraud, mail fraud, and RICO crimes. Read more about white collar crimes.

Appeals
Many law firms do not take on appeals, as the process is difficult and requires extensive research of all aspects of the trial, as well as case law and constitutional law in order to achieve success in filing an appeal. Our firm is frequently called upon to file appeals, including for other law firms. Read more about appeals.

Extraditions
If you or your loved one is facing an extradition, the need for a high quality defense attorney is extreme. Once you are out of the country, you do not have the same protections you have under U.S. law, and the situation can be extremely dangerous. Read more about extraditions.

False Arrests
There are those who have been arrested and charged, and face severe personal and professional repercussions, based upon faulty evidence or actions taken by overzealous law enforcement or a prosecuting attorney that is pursuing a conviction in a case and there have been violations of rights in the process of the arrest. Read more about false arrests.

Juvenile Crimes
Young people charged with criminal offenses can be tried in either juvenile or adult court, based on the severity of the crime. In very serious violent crimes, the prosecutor often tries to get the case moved to adult court, which should be aggressively challenged by your defense attorney. Read more about juvenile crimes...

Orders of Protection
If you are threatened with violence, such as in cases of stalking, domestic abuse other violence, you can get an immediate order of protection. The ease with which these orders are issued is to make it possible for those who are in real danger can get immediate protection; but the system can be misused. If you have one issued against you, we can help. Read more about orders of protection.

Police Complaints / Suits
There are many cases in which law enforcement has overstepped the bounds of the law and engaged in excessive force. This is an extremely dangerous and frightening situation, and if you or your loved one has been the victim of police brutality, excessive force or other issue, you need to contact a New York criminal lawyer from our firm immediately. Read more about police complaints / suits.

Probation Violations
If you are accused of violating your probation, or there is an arrest warrant that has not yet been executed, acting quickly and contacting Perez & Cedeño, P.C. could be the most important phone call you ever make. Once you are back in custody, the situation can become more complex. In either situation, our firm can help you. Read more about probation violations.

Wire Fraud
A commonly filed federal charge involves wire fraud. Any illegal activities that include the use of the internet or other communications system can have this charged tacked on, or it can be filed singly. The penalties for wire fraud can be extensive, depending upon the circumstances in the case. Read more about wire fraud.

Contact a New York City criminal defense lawyer from our firm for assistance in defending against criminal charges.