Criminal Defense Lawyers Protecting Your Interests
As an important part of our commitment to meeting the legal needs of Utica families and individuals, the attorneys of Callanen, Foley & Hobika represent clients who have been arrested and face criminal charges. We can help you find and execute the right defense strategy across a range of offenses, from drunk driving to burglary or assault. Contact our office in Utica to learn how we can help you evaluate your options toward a favorable outcome.
Call 315-235-1706 in Utica to Consult With a Defense Attorney
In a criminal case, you're always going to have options — you can plead guilty to the crime charged, or you can present your defense at trial. Our job as defense lawyers is to make sure you understand those options and improve them at every opportunity.
For example, we can sometimes convince the prosecution to reduce the charges from a felony to a misdemeanor, or from a misdemeanor to a violation. Every time we can change a more serious charge into a less serious one, your choices will improve.
We might be able to show that the evidence against you was illegally seized, or that a key witness's testimony against you won't be credible at trial. Whenever the odds in your case shift in one direction or another, we'll give you the legal and practical advice you need to make the right decision for yourself.
Our law firm advises clients about the best ways to resolve such New York state criminal charges as:
- Assault and weapons offenses
- Domestic violence or violations of orders of protection
- Property crimes such as theft, burglary or shoplifting
- DWI, DUI or DWAI
- Drug possession, sales or distribution
- White collar crimes — fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, check forgery
- Juvenile crimes and status offenses
- Probation violations
- Traffic violations and motor vehicle offenses
- Crimes by college students or on college campuses
Sometimes you'll have a chance to avoid the criminal justice system altogether through diversion, treatment or adjournment in contemplation for dismissal. We'll advise you about your eligibility for these programs and help you get the maximum benefit from them.
Ultimately, our goal is to minimize your exposure to punishment on a New York criminal charge. To find out how you can benefit from the counsel of an experienced defense lawyer, contact Callanen, Foley & Hobika in Utica.
