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While misdemeanor charges might not be as severe as a felony crime, they should still be taken seriously. People convicted of misdemeanors often find it hard to get a job or find housing if their potential employer or landlord runs a background check and finds they have a criminal record. Our skilled Rochester criminal defense attorney can help defend your rights and your freedom.

Penalties for Misdemeanors in New York

If you commit a misdemeanor in the Rochester area, it is punishable by no more than 1 year in county jail. However, the punishment will depend on the circumstances of your arrest and your prior criminal records. Offenders who have never had a criminal conviction before may be able to get off with probation, community service, fines, driver’s license suspension, or enrollment in a treatment or counseling program.

Class A misdemeanors are usually the most severe type, just below felony level. They can lead up to 1 year in jail. Class B misdemeanors are less serious crimes and are punishable by up to 6 months in prison.

Some misdemeanor charges we can handle include the following:

King Law represent clients facing misdemeanors charges related to all of the crimes listed above. If you are facing misdemeanor charges in Rochester, contact King Law to speak with an attorney and receive a free consultation.

Real Results: King Law Has Misdemeanor Charges Dropped

Many times, the job of a criminal defense lawyer is to negotiate the best possible outcome for our client. For example, our firm recently obtained a full dismissal of misdemeanor charges for a college student. We were able to discuss with the prosecutor who our client was, what his goals were, and the unfortunate collateral consequences the client faced after being expelled from the college.

Rather than having a criminal conviction on his record, our client completed community service and preserved his clean criminal record with a dismissal of charges. Negotiating is important because it levels the playing field. Negotiating allows you to resolve a case by achieving the goals of what our client wants, rather than risking the consequences of a trial. This isn’t always the case. Sometimes trials are necessary to seek the truth and to ensure justice.

Talk To Us About Your Case Today!

The best way to avoid a criminal conviction is to talk to a skilled Rochester criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The faster we learn about your case and its details, the sooner we can mount a defense on your behalf. Attorney Robert King has handled more than 100 misdemeanor cases, and criminal charges have been dismissed in about 87% of them. Let us see what we can do for you.