New York City Violent Crime Lawyer

Defense for Assault, Battery, Murder & Manslaughter in NYC

In the wake of a serious criminal offense such as a violent crime, you will want to first and foremost exercise your Fifth Amendment rights - the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. By starting off with a lawyer at your side from the very beginning, you will immediately have an increased chance of finding a more favorable outcome than if you were to wait to involve a lawyer. Violent crime charges are among the worst and most consequential charges that a person can face, punishable by felony convictions and, in some cases, life sentence without the possibility of parole.

When a prosecutor takes on a violent crime case, they will work their hardest to gain a conviction. They want to make sure that the defendant gets put away for as long as possible. Unfortunately, in some cases, an innocent individual will believe that because they are innocent, the case does not require defense; the innocent defendant serves a lengthy prison sentence due to the aggression of the prosecution. When you are facing serious charges such as this, the time has come to call a New York City violent crime attorney from Hochheiser & Hochheiser LLP. At our firm, we provide aggressive defense for all of the following cases:

Murder

As arguably the most serious of all offenses, the crime of murder can and will be prosecuted very aggressively. The prosecution will fight to obtain a conviction and will work day in and day out to make sure that the defendant never sees the outside of a prison cell again. Click here to learn more about charges of murder.

Manslaughter

Similar to murder, manslaughter is known as the offense of killing another human. Manslaughter, though, is an act that is done without premeditation or malice forethought. Therefore, it will be a less serious charge than murder, but still holds the possibility of 25 years in prison. Click here to read more about manslaughter.

Armed Robbery

Armed robbery is actually a charge legally referred to as robbery in the second or first degree. It is associated with the act of showing, using or threatening to use a weapon or firearm during a robbery. These charges are very serious, and the prosecution will not go easy on a defendant for any reason. Click here to read more about armed robbery.

Robbery

Robbery, or the act of forcibly stealing from another, is a serious crime that can be tried as a felony and will hold serious consequences depending on the circumstances of the offense. Talking to an attorney at your soonest convenience is strongly advised for cases such as this. Click here if you would like to learn more about robbery.

Burglary

The offense known as burglary is a complex charge that can be given to a person even if the act of stealing or the purpose for the burglary was not completed. A burglary charge can be obtained even in cases where no damage was done to the property that was broken into by the defendant. Click here to read more about burglary.

Assault

When a person is charged with assault, they are immediately faced with several choices, including whether they should hire an attorney. Hiring an attorney for an assault case is a smart idea, especially when you need someone who can thoroughly navigate through the criminal system. Click here to read more about charges of assault.

Gang Assault

The charge of gang assault is an offense in which two or more people physically assault and injure another. Despite the name, gang assault does not have to involve gang activity, it is simply a term given to a group of multiple people with the intention to harm another person. Click here to read more about gang assault.

Battery

Similar to assault, battery is known as the physical striking, hitting or groping of another individual, and is punishable by fines and imprisonment. If you wish to challenge these charges against you, call Hochheiser & Hochheiser LLP for an aggressive defense today. Click here to read more about charges of battery.

Vehicular Homicide

Causing death to another human with a vehicle is the crime known as vehicular homicide. Against the law in the state of New York, vehicular homicide is punishable up to 15 years of imprisonment, among many other legal and personal consequences. Click here if you would like to learn more about the criminal offense of vehicular homicide.

Carjacking

The crime carjacking, or taking another person's vehicle by force with no intention of returning it, is considered to be a crime of violence and a crime of theft in New York. Despite the nature of the offense, you will be facing a felony if you are convicted of this crime. Click here to read more about carjacking.

Conspiracy

Conspiracy to commit a crime, such as murder, is a serious offense because another human's life may be in grave danger. Conspiracy laws in the state of New York have a very broad range and cover nearly every offense, resulting in a wide range of consequences. Click here to learn more about the crime of conspiracy.

Domestic Violence

A serious offense in New York, domestic violence charges can result for a variety of reasons, including misunderstanding and malicious intention by another. If you are wrongly facing domestic violence charges, you will need to act quickly to secure legal representation. Click here to read more about domestic violence charges.

Hate Crimes

Any violent crime targeted against a specific gender, race, disability, religion, ethnicity, nationality or sexual orientation can be tried as a hate crime in New York City. Choosing to bully or harm another due to an alleged characteristic is punishable in our state. Click here to read more about hate crimes.

RICO/Racketeering

An offense involving organized crime or a group can be considered a violation of the RICO Act and will result in serious criminal charges. Common crimes associated with RICO include car theft rings, burglary rings, prostitution rings and drug trafficking. Click here to learn more about crimes related to RICO/Racketeering.

Sex Crimes

When a person is charged with a sex crime, they will find that even the mere accusation has the velocity to destroy their personal relationships, work relationships and future. Talking to an attorney as soon as possible will be in your best interest after facing a violent sex crime charge. Click here to learn more about sex crimes.

Weapons Crimes

Weapon offenses are against the law for many seemingly obvious reasons, including the possibility of inflicting harm on an innocent individual. If you have been charged with the unlawful possession or firing of a weapon, you will need defense on your side as soon as possible. Click here to read more about weapon crimes.

Violent Crime Attorney in New York City

At Hochheiser & Hochheiser LLP, our legal team has handled dozens of violent crime cases in the past and we are prepared to use our knowledge to your benefit. With our legal team on your side, you will find that we can defend the charges you are facing with an effective strategy. Despite how serious or minor you believe that the charges are, exercising your Fifth Amendment rights to obtain an attorney will prove to be one of the most beneficial decisions you make in the long run. To learn more about the charges you are facing and how our firm can help you, please call our office today for a confidential consultation.

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