New York City Resisting Arrest Charge Lawyers
The attorneys at Crotty Saland PC defend clients against desk appearance ticket (D.A.T.) charges involving crimes against public order. As former prosecutors in Robert Morgenthau's Manhattan District Attorney's Office, we know the processes and procedures of the criminal courts in New York City. Not only have our founding partners served as assistant district attorneys in the Manhattan criminal courts, but we have represented clients in these courts and those throughout the city of New York. Our lawyers work hard and diligently to ensure that clients obtain the best possible outcomes we can attain in their legal matters, whatever the type of charge.
We defend clients who have received desk appearance tickets or were arrested and booked for offenses such as:
- Resisting Arrest, NY PL §205.30
- Obstructing Governmental Administration and Obstructing Emergency
Medical Services, including obstructing emergency medical personnel and police officers, NY PL §195.05 and §195.16
These charges can sometimes be confusing. In fact, prosecutors and police offers have been known to incorrectly charge one of the offenses of Obstructing Governmental Administration with Resisting Arrest. Because of this type of confusion, it is very important to have skilled legal representation in these matters. Our criminal attorneys examine the evidence and charges against you to ensure that the police (in the case of a D.A.T.) or the prosecutor (in the case of an arrest and booking) charged you correctly. If there is an error, our attorneys may determine that a motion to dismiss is the appropriate defense. Furthermore, in the area of Resisting Arrest, it is important to consult with your attorney as to what will happen to the Resisting Arrest charge if the underlying offense is dropped or found to be improper.
Again, these offenses are two distinct crimes. If there is a lawful arrest (this lawful arrest is a critical component to be vetted with your counsel) and if you refuse to put your arms behind your back, then you could be charged with Resisting Arrest. Much of the language that prosecutors use is pretty canned. Obstruction of Governmental Administration generally occurs when you are told to do something but intentionally ignore the police officer's instructions. Something as simple as refusing to move when told by an officer can constitute a crime against public order in certain circumstances. Beyond and arrest for an offense like this and the potential criminal record, the ramifications to your career and livelihood are significant.
Our law firm serves clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and Westchester County. Call us at 646-808-3300 or contact us online today to speak with our New York attorneys about misdemeanor crimes against public order.
