Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

assualt

I was in an altercation the other night, in self defense i hit the girl broke her nose, now she is pressing charges on me, i would like to know if a warrant is issued how long till the cops come looking and if they never do how long does the grace period of the warrant last.


Asked on 12/05/05, 2:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

Re: assualt

You will likely be contacted by either the prosecutor of your county or the police dept. and then given either time or a specific date when you must surrender yourself.If you need more information , please contact my office, I specialize in criminal defense work and will be happy to consult with you. A phone consultation is free.So please include your phone # in all communications.

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Answered on 12/05/05, 5:50 pm
Andrew Nitzberg Andrew Nitzberg & Associates

Re: assualt

The best way to handle this situation is to be proactive.

1. Go to the local precinct and ask if a complaint has been made against you. If so, ask to make a statement in response.

2. Make a statement that indicates that you werte attacked and that you were defending yourself. DO NOT INCLUDE LOTS OF DETAILS. Just indicate that you are the 'real victim' and that she was part of a group ganging up on you.

Your best defense is to try to avoid having the DA file charges.

3. If charges are filed, get a lawyer. Never interact with the criminal justice system without a lawyer.

If you want to meet with me, I can help you draw up your 'statement'. You should have a lawyer help you with this. I would meet and draft it for you for no fee.

The only perfect outcome for you will be if the DA does not file any charges against you.

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Answered on 12/07/05, 2:32 pm


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