Felonies & Misdemeanors

At Foley, Griffin, Jacobson & Faria, LLP, our criminal defense attorneys have extensive experience defending the rights of people arrested and accused of criminal offenses. Our law firm handles all types of criminal cases, from the most serious felony allegations to misdemeanors and federal crimes. Contact a criminal defense lawyer at Foley, Griffin, Jacobson & Faria, LLP, right now. Call 24/7 toll-free 888-525-3924. Se habla español.

Federal / White Collar Crimes

Recently, the federal government has been spending a lot of energy and resources targeting and enforcing crimes associated with business. This step-up in enforcement of white collar crimes includes prosecution of crimes such as:

• Extortion
• Money laundering
• Securities fraud
• Anti-trust violations
• Tax crimes (tax fraud, tax evasion)
• RICO violations

Allegations of white collar crime require immediate attention and investigation. At Foley, Griffin, Jacobson & Faria, LLP, we promptly, thoroughly, extensively, and aggressively investigate all new matters to quickly identify and deal with issues that may arise at trial. Contact us today to speak with a white collar crime lawyer.

Felonies

Felony charges have serious consequences, including mandatory minimum jail time. Our Long Island criminal defense attorneys provide representation in state and federal courts to defend against felonies, including:

• Sex crimes (rape, date rape, sexual assault)
• Violent crimes and homicide (murder, manslaughter, vehicular manslaughter)
• Drug crimes (criminal possession of a controlled substance, sale of a controlled substance, drug distribution, drug manufacturing)
• Weapons charges
• Bribery
• Assault (aggravated assault and battery, vehicular assault)
• Robbery
• Forgery
• Theft (grand larceny)
• Aggravated harassment
• Money laundering
• Stalking
• Trespassing (1st degree trespass)

Grand jury proceedings are an integral part of felony prosecutions. At Foley, Griffin, Jacobson & Faria, LLP, we work hard early on to build a strong defense for use in grand jury proceedings or at trial. In the past, our pre-indictment defense has led to no charge declarations from grand juries.

Partner Brian J. Griffin, a veteran of the Nassau County District Attorney's Office, directs the Criminal Defense Practice of Foley, Griffin, Jacobson & Faria, LLP. Mr. Griffin is credited with the recent dismissal of murder charges against one of our clients charged with the shooting death of a local youth. Mr. Griffin's investigation and dogged search for the real gunman resulted in the exposure of witnesses and evidence that was overlooked by the police department. Once faced with the evidence brought forward by Mr. Griffin, the prosecutor's office dismissed all murder charges. Contact us today to speak with a criminal defense lawyer.

Misdemeanors

Although no minimum sentencing is required, a misdemeanor conviction can mean a life-long criminal record that can negatively impact your life in many ways, including when applying for jobs. Also, because the Internet has made it relatively easy and inexpensive to obtain information regarding a person's criminal record, discovery of your criminal record is increasingly more likely. Don't let a one time mistake result in a lifetime record. At Foley, Griffin, Jacobson & Faria, LLP, we work to minimize charges and, in certain circumstances, make sure the record is sealed. We handle all types of misdemeanor violations, including:

• Bad check issuing
• Burglary
• Disorderly conduct
• Harassment
• Public lewdness
• Loitering
• Theft (petit larceny, theft of services)
• Sexual misconduct
• Trespassing (2nd degree trespass)

We defend the rights of clients at every stage of the case starting with the arrest. Contact a criminal defense lawyer at Foley, Griffin, Jacobson & Faria, LLP, right now. Call 24/7 toll-free 888-525-3924. Se habla español.