Ianelli Law Criminal Defense Attorney

An Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney Is Often Your Best Option

Although representation will be provided for you in a court of law, it is advisable to seek counsel that has specific experience and a proven history of success. Ianelli Law has been serving those unfortunate enough to need a criminal defense lawyer in the Hudson Valley area for over 3 decades.

DWI/DUI

Our dedication to the defense of drunk driving has led to countless successes in the courtroom. Having an attorney with DWI and DUI case experience can greatly improve your chances of a lesser charge or even a non-conviction. Ianelli Law can advise you on how to get your driver's license back, possible police misconduct and how it can affect your case and the proper breath test procedures and if the arresting officer followed them. Favorable results can be achieved on cases with sometimes very high breath test readings.

Drug Possessions

It is a crime to willfully possess illegal controlled substances such as marijuana, methamphetamines, cocaine, LSD and heroin. These laws also cover the possession of ingredients and chemicals used in drug manufacturing as well as certain tools related to drug use. Although drug possession laws vary according to drug type and the amount, possession of small quantities may be deemed simple possession. Possession of large amounts may result in a charge of presumed possession with intent to distribute. Ianelli Law can represent those who have been accused of drug possession professionally and effectively.

Misdemeanors

A misdemeanor is defined as a "lesser" criminal act but make no mistake it is a crime. If you've been charged with a misdemeanor, you may be punished with hefty monetary fines causing future financial difficulties or additional penalties. Ianelli Law can greatly assist with misdemeanor cases increasing the chances for a lesser fine or punishment.

Felony Charges

A felony is classified as a serious crime. A person accused of a felony could be punished with a conviction of imprisonment in excess of one year as well as a life record, probation or parole, significant fines, loss of certain rights and occupational licensing and even the right to vote. Depending on your case, the likelihood of such punishments are related to the severity of the harm done, any mitigating/aggravating circumstances, the attitude of the community and court toward this type of crime, your prior convictions if any and whether or not a weapon is used. Of course this is not limited to the aforementioned however Ianelli Law can guide those convicted through the complex legal system helping to make this time as bearable as possible.

Traffic Infractions

Many minor traffic offenses are considered to be traffic infractions. These include but are not limited to speeding, not wearing your seat belt, talking on your mobile phone while driving and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Your infraction will likely be recorded and presented to you in the form of a ticket. Too many traffic tickets and you risk a significant increase on your insurance premium or possible loss of coverage and even losing your driving privileges. It's all too easy to disregard such tickets however that compounds potential problems and minimizes your chances of a lesser fine or even dismissal. Let Ianelli Law assist with your traffic infractions to help ensure you receive the minimum possible punishment in a swift and timely manner.