Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

1st degree assault

last year after finding out that a person masterbated in front of my son, I went to this persons house, went inside and assaulted him. I punched him then bit off part of his ear which never was able to reattach. No punches were ever thrown at me. There is a statute of limitations of 5 years. The person was arrested for endangereing the welfare of a child and sentenced to probation. If he would press charges now after 14 months, what would likely happen to me. Would the DA have any sympathy for me? What are the odds that the DA will drop the charges?


Asked on 1/11/09, 7:15 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: 1st degree assault

You may be charged anytime within the statutory period, which for a crime like this could be 5 years.

If you ever do get charged all the circumstances may be taken into consideration however, you may still be charged

Just to be on the safe side hold onto our number you can reach us at 2127098303

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Answered on 1/11/09, 9:16 pm
Joel Salinger Law Office of Joel R. Salinger

Re: 1st degree assault

You can be charged any time until the statute of limitations runs out but if the other person was charged and sentenced 14 months ago, the likelihood that you will be charged this long after is very slim.

That being said, in Nassau County anything is possible. You may want to consult an attorney and get into more detail to make sure that nothing is pending against you.

If you would like a free consultation, you can contact my office at 516.746.4747 or at [email protected].

Joel R. Salinger

114 Old Country Road, Suite 440

Mineola, NY 11501

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Answered on 1/12/09, 7:50 am


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