Arrested for a Drug Crime? Know Your Rights

What You Must Know to Defend Your Freedom

If you have been arrested for any type of crime in New York City , it is absolutely crucial that you understand your Constitutional rights and how you can use them to defend against a conviction. Your future may be at stake, and unless you take effective action now, you could end up being sent to jail or prison, you could be fined thousands of dollars, and be forced to live the rest of your life with a criminal record which will follow you into every job interview in the future. Realize that you were arrested because the police already believe they have enough evidence to convict you of the crime, and you cannot count on them, the District Attorney or the judge to be lenient simply because you are cooperative—you will have to fight to defend your freedom.

Hochheiser & Hochheiser LLP is widely recognized in New York City as being among the leading criminal defense law firms in the Five Boroughs. When you walk into the courtroom with a New York City drug crime attorney from the firm, the prosecutor will know that you are serious about asserting your rights and will not settle for anything less than the best possible outcome. With more than 60 years of combined experience, the attorneys at the firm prepare every case for trial and know how to get the results you are looking for.

Working with an attorney who has a solid understanding of your rights and how to defend them is vital for effective drug defense. Police and federal investigators are so intent on making arrests and putting drug offenders behind bars that they will often trample the suspect’s Fourth Amendment right against unlawful search and seizure. Your attorney will study the arrest report and the evidence for signs that there was no probable cause to justify the search or the arrest. If the case goes to trial, the attorneys of the firm know how to aggressively cross-examine the arresting officer and investigators to reveal weaknesses in the case, and if the judge sees that the evidence against you was gathered in violation of your rights, the charges may be dismissed.

Protecting Your Rights Against Criminal Charges

When you are under investigation or if you have been arrested, the two most important things you can do are to demand to see your attorney and to remain silent during questioning. If you have been asked to come into the precinct to explain your side of the story, you absolutely should not go, as the police officer probably intends to arrest you regardless of what you say. Instead, call the firm immediately for a consultation and to retain private representation. You have a right to have your attorney present during questioning, and this could mean the difference between walking free and spending years in prison. Police officers are allowed to lie during questioning, and they will do everything possible to get a confession, even a false confession. Their job is to convict people.

The attorneys from the firm are committed to defending their clients against rights violations during criminal investigations, and will do everything possible to help you avoid a negative outcome. Your attorney will make your case the top priority, investigating every aspect of the situation to find a strategy to preserve your freedom and your future.

Contact Hochheiser & Hochheiser LLPfor a confidential consultation and to learn more about how we can fight to defend your rights.