New York Criminal Defense

The law offices of Tanya Gendelman PC is an experienced New York criminal law firm. We work hard to throw out false criminal charges whenever possible, but will fight to prove your innocence in court if need be. As criminal attorneys, we always strive to make this sensitive legal process as comfortable as possible for everyone who places there trust in us to represent them in any legal dispute.

There are three different classes of criminal offenses under New York law; violations, misdemeanors, and felonies. Violations are the most minor of these, punishable by up to fifteen days in jail at most. Misdemeanors are a bit more serious, punishable by up to one year of jail. Felonies are the most serious crimes, punishable by well over a year in a state prison. Regardless of the severity of the crime you are accused, you should consult a New York criminal attorney from the law offices of Tanya Gendelman PC to make sure your rights are not ignored.

Everyone should know that a violation is not the same as a misdemeanor. A violation is not considered to be a criminal conviction and the record is usually sealed. If someone with no previous criminal record can been arrested for a New York violation, that person could legally state on a school or employment application that he or she has never been convicted of a crime. On the other hand, a misdemeanor is a criminal conviction that stays on the persons criminal record for life. Unfortunately, New York criminal law has no provision for expunging such convictions. However, a court may choose to grant a defendant a "Certificate of Relief from Civil Disabilities" which removes bars to employment with state or municipal governments that are imposed by law due to your conviction.

The New York criminal attorney's of Tanya Gendelman PC, are prepared to take on any criminal law case. If you need legal support your can trust, call us today at 1-888-866-3285.