Defending Clients Against Desk Appearance Tickets and Misdemeanor Charges
The law firm of Crotty Saland PC defends clients against misdemeanor and desk appearance ticket (D.A.T.) charges. With many years of experience as prosecutors in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office under Robert Morgenthau and as New York criminal defense lawyers, both attorneys have a thorough knowledge of the procedures of the criminal courts in New York City. We build on this knowledge when seeking the best possible outcomes for our clients.
A desk appearance ticket can be a violation, a misdemeanor or a felony, and thus is the functional equivalent of an arrest made through Central Booking. Any statement to the contrary is misinformed. If not dealt with correctly and promptly, a D.A.T., whether a misdemeanor or felony, can leave individuals with criminal records that follow them for the rest of their lives. Even avoiding a criminal record may not resolve problems associated with your arrest. Other consequences include:
- Inability to obtain or renew professional licenses for teaching, medicine, finance, law and other career files
- Inability to pass background checks utilized by many employers
- Green card and visa problems
- Missed court date leading to an arrest warrant
Our attorneys provide zealous and aggressive representation and advocacy to clients with desk appearance tickets or who are facing misdemeanor or felony charges. Moreover, we try to make it easy to consult our lawyers. We accept credit cards, offer flexible appointment scheduling and provide 24/7 telephone accessibility in case of an emergency. Our office is located close to public transportation and is within walking distance of state and federal courts in New York City.
Our lawyers urge individuals who have received a D.A.T. with misdemeanor or felony charges to take them seriously. Appearing on your own, even in a seemingly straightforward matter, may result in a serious mistake that will be revisited for years to come. While you may be assigned a tremendous legal aid or 18B attorney, you will not pick your own lawyer. Compounding matters, he or she will not have the time for focused and personalized attention; he or she will be meeting with dozens of other clients moments before your case is called before a judge.
When you retain our law firm, we will conduct investigations, identify and preserve evidence, and explain your options and the possible consequences to you well before you step into court. Equally important, our criminal lawyers, unlike those assigned to you by the court, will be available to answer questions should they arise in the weeks, months or even years after your case is closed. We firmly believe that our approach gives you the best chance of obtaining a positive outcome in the criminal case while minimizing these collateral consequences.
Our clients in these matters include professionals such as physicians, lawyers and teachers, as well as students and individuals working in the financial services industry. We have also defended foreign nationals, and we regularly receive referrals from and have consulted with consulates. We understand the licensing and visa ramifications of an arrest or a conviction, and we work hard to protect our clients and deal with any collateral issues that affect their lives and careers.
Call us at 646-808-3300 or contact us online today to speak with an attorney at our New York criminal defense law firm. Our law firm serves clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Westchester County and other municipalities around New York City.
