Criminal Sexual Act in the Second Degree (NY PL 130.45) is a serious crime in Rochester that can result in a seven year prison sentence if convicted. You are being charged with one of two acts under the statute, either being 18 or older and having anal or oral sexual conduct with a person under […]
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As a class B felony, Criminal Sexual Act in the First Degree (NY PL 130.50) is a charge that can lead to a prison sentence of up to 25 years if you’re convicted, so it’s vital that you consult with the most experienced criminal defense attorneys available in Rochester. The Criminal Sexual Act in the […]
When you are facing charges of Forcible Touching (NY PL 130.52), you need to be proactive in how you handle the allegations against you. Forcible Touching is a class A misdemeanor, and if convicted, Rochester prosecutors are likely to push for you to serve the maximum sentence of one year. In addition, you’ll be fined […]
While divorce in Rochester isn’t intended to be a venue to punish a cheating spouse, you can rest assured that when you work with the experienced team at Friedman & Ranzenhofer, you’ll recoup any financial losses the marriage suffered as a result of adultery. For instance, gifts your spouse provided to a lover are considered […]
The rules surrounding the ignition interlock device can be very complicated, and it helps to have an experienced Rochester DWI lawyer when trying to understand them. New York State requires all drivers convicted of Driving While Intoxicated, Driving with a Blood Alcohol Content of .08% or Greater, or Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated to be sentenced […]
The laws surrounding driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can be complicated even for an experienced Rochester DWI lawyer. New York State has a variety of charges that may be brought against such drivers, with the potential penalties varying based on factors such as prior offenses, the defendant’s blood alcohol content, and whether […]
A Rochester driver who is at least sixteen years old but less than nineteen years old may be adjudicated as a “youthful offender” if convicted of a drinking and driving offense. Youthful offender adjudication is mandatory for first time offenders convicted of a misdemeanor – such as Driving While Intoxicated or Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated […]
All Rochester drivers convicted of either Driving While Intoxicated, Driving with a Blood Alcohol Content of 0.08% or Greater, or Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated are required to have an ignition interlock device installed on any vehicle owned or operated by that driver. This device will shut the car off if it detects alcohol on the […]
Any sex crimes charge in Rochester will have enormous negative consequences for your reputation, your career, and your family. When facing allegations that you committed a serious sex offense like Rape in the Second Degree (NY PL 130.30) you need to act fast to stand the best chance of resolving the matter quickly and quietly. […]
The charge of Criminal Sexual Act in the Third Degree (NY PL 130.40) alleges that you engaged in particular sexual contact with a given type of person, and is a class E Felony in Rochester. Conviction carries a sentence of between one and four years in prison. In particular, NY PL 130.40 charges you with […]