New York Criminal Lawyer Blog

Published on: October 13, 2008

“Heroes” Father Faces Jail Time-If You’re Charged Get a New York Criminal Attorney

by Stephen Bilkis

The father of Hayden Panettiere who is the star of the TV show “Heroes” has been arrested in Los Angeles for domestic violence( in New York that would considered assault says a New York Criminal Lawyerhttps://criminaldefense.1800nynylaw.com/lawyer-attorney-1397944.html. He is said to have beaten up his wife and faces a prison sentence of up to a year.

Alan Panettiere was released on bail after he was charged with striking his wife an number of times. He is due to be arraigned next month in Beverly Hills. Alan is 49 and had no visible representation.

He was smart. reports say that he hired an experienced Criminal Lawyer. In the event you or a close friend are arrested in New York, hiring an experienced New York Criminal Lawyer is essential for you. Getting the proper legal advice is essential at this critical time.

Published on: October 6, 2008

When Arrested Like Footballer Thunder Collins, Hire a New York Criminal Attorney

by Stephen Bilkis

One day after killing one person and wounding another, Thunder Collins who played football at Nebraska, was apprehended by authorities.

According to the County Attorney Collins will be facing murder charges.

All of this took place in downtown Omaha during a drug deal. Timothy Thomas was shot and murdered and another man was found seriously wounded. Collins had two accomplices who were also arrested by the cops and charged with murder and other felonies.

Published on: September 21, 2008

Marine Acquitted in Haditha Case-Hire A New York Criminal Lawyer For Your Case

by Stephen Bilkis

A Marine officer Andrew Grayson was alleged to have hidden evidence of multiple killings of over 20 Iraqi citizens. When the jury came back it had exonerated him of all wrongdoing in the matter. The Marine looked astonished after the jury acquittal came back. Over the past 24 months the First Lt. has been scrutinized and wrongfully charged for ordering the destruction of evidence. This scandal one of the largest in Military since the start of the Iraq war.

Grayson commented publically for the first time since his acquittal and was quoted as saying “I didn’t really believe it was going to end until they said not guilty,” “The case was so volatile, you didn’t know which way it was going to go.” From the start of the case, the Marine had always asserted he didn’t do this horrible crime and that he was not a criminal. Finally the jury in the military court gave him his freedom. He now is able to return to his unit and resume active duty in the core. After the verdict was announced, a roar exploded in the courtroom. The fundamental criminal charge was that Grayson was alleged to have ordered a fellow core man to destroy pictures on his computer of the deaths of the Iraqis. Obviously, the charges had no merit. The Judge ultimately, silenced the crowed court trying to maintain order. Grayson’s criminal lawyer had no comment after the case. This New York Criminal lawyer can tell you his criminal defense legal team did a great job convincing the jury of his innocence. There were 4 other marines who were also charged with murder as well as 4 officers who were alleged to have failed to investigate the fatalities. The bulk of those additional charges were dropped. There was no comment from their Criminal Lawyers. If you are accused of a crime in New York, you should act immediately and contact a New York Criminal Attorney. A criminal attorney will defend you and give you the best chance of proving your innocence.

The firm of Stephen Bilkis & Associates with convenient locations helps people throughout the Metropolitan Area, including Ozone Park, N.Y., and can be of invaluable assistance to you if you find yourself a defendant in a criminal action. Facing charges without professional representation could lead to disastrous results.

Published on: September 18, 2008

Broadcom co-founder indicted on conspiracy, drug charges-retain a New York Criminal Attorney if you’re charged Federally

by Stephen Bilkis

United States Law enforcement officials charged Broadcom co-founder Henry T. Nicholas III with federal crimes for stock fraud and drugs.In United States Federal Court, the Grand Jury indictments were unsealed and reveal the charges against him. There were a total of twenty five counts.Each count allege a seperate criminal charge. There were numerous felonies the worst of which were conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance, securities fraud and giving false statements to the SEC. If the he is found guility of these charges he faces the potential of decades of jail time.

The federal court sentencing guidelines are quite strict and is based on a pont system. The more points the more time in prison you do. Nicholas’ attorney did not make any comment on the indictment or the specific charges that the indictment alleges. This New York Criminal Defense Lawyer thinks that if the United States district Attorney’s office has the evidence to support these charges it may be in Nicholas’ interest to cut a deal and plea bargain. Going to trial in a case like this could be incredibly risky depending on the offer that is given by the U.S. Attorney handling the case.

Henry Samueli and Nicholas were both sued civily in New York for falsifying documents and misreporting the companies income. A New York civil lawyer was hired in addtion to Nicholas’ Criminal lawyer.

Published on: September 14, 2008

DWI for Eric Carmen – a New York Criminal Attorney can help if you’re arrested.

by Stephen Bilkis

It’s been reported that Singer Songwriter Eric Carmen was arrested for DUI / DWI last night in Ohio. In an official statement from Ohio Law enforecement which included details of the accident, the spokesperson stated that Carmen crashed his vehicle into a fire hydrant. There was no report of injuries. Carmen is known as the man that brought you ’80s hits “Hungry Eyes” and “All By Myself.”

Carmen was found next to a half-empty bottle of vodka.. The singer, who was the leader of the pop group The Raspberries handed the arresting police officers his credit card instead of a drivers license and then came up about three times the legal limit in the Buckeye State. The legal limit in OhIo is .08 BAC DWI / DUI which is the same as that in New York.

Carmen could be facing some serious consequences of this arrest as it is his second for DUI / DWI. It further appears Carmen is in need of counseling as this the amount of alcohol in his system was very near the level of alcohol poisoning and appears to be consistent with a binge drinking problem. If this situation happens to you in the New York area a New York Criminal Lawyer would be invaluable to you. This type of case especally with a prior for the same criminal charge and with a reading that high could likely end you up in jail. Not having a Lawyer could make matters worse but having the right lawyer may keep you out of jail.

Published on: September 12, 2008

NC State coach Lowe’s son sentenced-If your son is sentenced in New York, A New York Criminal Attorney Can Help

by Stephen Bilkis

A judge has sentenced Sidney Lowe II, the son of North Carolina State basketball coach Sidney Lowe to 15 months in a low-security prison farm on a host of charges, including robbery and kidnapping.

Lawyer Locke Clifford said Tuesday that Judge Henry Frye Jr. sentenced Sidney Lowe II to a total of 11 years in prison, but then suspended the sentence to 15 months. The judge also proclaimed that Lowe serve five years of probation.

When your friend or family member is arrested in New York, hiring the right New York Criminal Lawyer is essential for you. Not having a a seasoned NY Criminal Attorney may lead you down a dangerous path.

Published on: September 10, 2008

Khloe Kardashian Gets Time in Jail-A NewYork Criminal Lawyer Could Get Time Reduced

by Stephen Bilkis

Khloe Kardashian’s could wind up in jail.

The reality show performer and daughter of the late Robert Kardashian admitted during a July 3 court hearing that she violated her probation stemming from a drunken driving arrest(dui/dwi), according to the records of the court.

Khloe Kardashian could be spending 30 days in the klink. The younger sister of Kim and co-star of ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians,’ will be carted off to jail after admitting that she violated her drunk driving parole.

Published on: September 8, 2008

Preppie Killer’ Pleads Guilty in Drug Case-Have A New York Criminal Attorney By Your Side At Your Hearing

by Stephen Bilkis

Robert Chambers, the “preppie killer,” who served 15 years in prison for strangling a woman in Central Park during what he said was rough sex is headed back into custody for a drug offense.

Robert Chambers pleaded guilty Monday criminal sale of a controlled substance and assault on a police officer. Chambers and his companion were arrested in October 2007 in an undercover operation at their NYC apartment on charges of dealing cocaine. With his New York Criminal Lawyer by his side Chambers stood before the Judge in open Court

If you or a family member is arrested in NYC, hiring a New York Criminal Lawyer is a smart move. Not having an attorney can lead to unwanted problems.

Published on: September 5, 2008

A New York Criminal Lawyer is something you should have if you hope To Plead To A Lesser Charge Like the “Preppie Killer’s” Girl Friend

by Stephen Bilkis

Robert Chambers’ girlfriend, Shawn Kovell, stated in state Supreme Court a few months ago that she and Chambers sold drugs to an undercover detective. Under the terms of her deal, she was was remanded to a rehabilitation center. When she completes her program she will be permitted to withdraw the guilty plea and plead to a lesser charge. This will allow Kovell to receive a sentence of probation. Her lawyer said that she was a drug addict at that particilar time and that it was her first arrest.

Chambers became a tabloid favorite after the death of Jennifer Levin as they engaged in a sexual encounter in New York’s Central Park. She was a graduate of the Baldwin School and was just 18 years old. The murder created headlines and the fact he was a good looking, privileged prep school youth who went bad added to the sexiness of the story.

Chambers pleaded guilty in 1988 to manslaughter and was released in 2003. He served the maximum 15 years because of discipline problems behind bars which included drug dealing.

Published on: September 3, 2008

If You’re Charged Like X Games Star, Hire A New York Criminal Lawyer

by Stephen Bilkis

Brian Keith Patch, an overaged skateboarder who starred at the X Games, will be arraigned Wednesday on a charge of having sex with an underaged girl.

He was charged with one felony count of lewd acts with a child, Orange County district attorney spokeswoman Farrah Emami said. A day after he was arrested, he posted bail which was said to be in the $45,000 range.

Phone calls to Patch and his attorney were not returned. Ronald Brower is the attorney of record.