Practice Areas

New York Criminal Defense Attorneys

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DWI/DUI Charges

When you are brought before the judge following your DUI arrest, you can expect to lose your driver's license during the pendency of your case. Whether you are allowed to retain minimal driving privileges in New York State while your case progresses often depends upon what happens in that first meeting with the judge. As such, it is important to have a lawyer represent you at that meeting. As experienced DUI lawyers, we know what evidence needs to presented to enable you to get conditional driving privileges, or as it is also known, a hardship driver's license.

Drug Possession

As former prosecutors working in the Office of the Bronx County District Attorney, we handled thousands of cases pertaining to drug possession and drug sale charges. From this experience we gained a thorough understanding of how prosecutors prepare and pursue drug cases. Most importantly, we also learned how weak some drug charges can actually be.

Drug Sales

What the prosecution asserts to be the sale of a controlled substance may, in fact, fall far short of the legal definition of that crime. We are former prosecutors, turned criminal defense attorneys, who understand the law as it applies to drug and narcotics-related crimes. We know how to effectively challenge the prosecution’s assertions.

Weapons Charge

Recent legislation in New York has increased the penalties for the possession of an unlicensed weapon. Conviction now carries a minimum mandatory sentence of three years in prison. While there used to be a significant reduction in the penalty for possession of an unlicensed weapon in your home, that reduction has since been altered by the new legislation. As a result, it is important to consult an experienced criminal defense lawyer, as quickly as possible, if you face weapons charges. We have extensive experience in defending clients facing weapons charges.

Larceny and Shoplifting

Many people think that if they confess to an accusation of shoplifting and apologize to the store, they will not be prosecuted. However, many of the major department stores in New York will attempt to coerce confessions from you, which can be used against you in a subsequent criminal prosecution. The sooner you contact us, the better we can protect your rights in larceny and shoplifting matters.

White-Collar Crimes

Being accused of a white collar criminal matter can stir intense emotions and job-related fears. We take a level-headed and clear approach to your criminal defense, with the objective of obtaining the best possible outcome.

Sex Crimes

People often ask us if they can be convicted of a sex crime based on one person's word. The simple answer is yes. Since the late 1970s, the state of New York has said it does not need corroboration of a sex crime, except in limited circumstances. Thus, the word of one person, if believed by a jury, is enough to convict you. Within the past year, the New York State Legislature has also eliminated and amended the statute of limitations for certain sex crimes. This means that people can be subject to more remote allegations of a sex crime, which are harder to defend.

Assault & Vehicular Assault

In recent years, the New York State Legislature has increased the penalties for violent crimes, such as assault. The new laws also allow prosecutors to more easily file charges of vehicular assault or vehicular homicide in alcohol-related accidents resulting in personal injury or death. If you have been charged with an assault crime, you should contact us as soon as possible.

Traffic Violations

Traffic violations are a large source of funds for New York City and the state of New York. As a result, many people—especially truck drivers—are freely pulled-over by the police and given multiple tickets that can add up to an onerous amount. To protect your bank account, and your ability to drive in New York State, it is important to hire an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. We can help you navigate these troublesome legal matters.

If you have been charged with a DWI, weapons charges, or any other crime in the New York City area, contact Mangialardi & Berardino, as soon as possible, at 914-686-1041 or 212-983-5677. We believe in defending your rights and your freedom.