Criminal law involves prosecution of a person by the government for an act that has been classified as a crime.  The Criminal Lawyers New York Directory is a listing of attorneys with criminal law experience who may be able to assist you and provide legal representation for you.

A “crime” is any act or omission (of an act) in violation of a public law forbidding or commanding it.  In a criminal case, the state, through a prosecutor, initiates the suit, and persons convicted of a crime may be incarcerated, fined, or both.  Crimes include both felonies (more serious offenses — like murder or rape) and misdemeanors (less serious offenses — like petty theft or jaywalking).  Felonies are usually crimes punishable by imprisonment of a year or more, while misdemeanors are crimes punishable by less than a year.

If you have been charged with a crime, you should have an attorney.  If you cannot afford a lawyer, the court will appoint one for you.  Having an attorney of your own choosing is extremely beneficial, and this is where the Directory for Lawyers New York may be useful.  Choosing one of these experienced attorneys may be the difference between your conviction or dismissal of the charges against you.  Call today.

New York Criminal Lawyers

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