Call a New Jersey and New York City Criminal Defense Attorney
What should you do if you are under investigation for a crime? Call a lawyer right away. When the FBI knocks on your door with a search warrant or subpoena, you should say immediately "I want a lawyer." A lawyer retained early in a case can manage a bad situation and prevent it from worsening.
The law firm of James S. Friedman, LLC is committed to personalized, efficient and cost-effective legal resolution to criminal law matters in all trial and appellate courts in New Jersey and New York City.
Do Not Speak to Police or Sign Anything
Many people mistakenly believe they can prove their innocence by simply talking to law enforcement authorities. Unfortunately, saying anything or allowing police or federal agents to freely search your car or home can come back to haunt you later. In a criminal investigation the police and other law enforcement officials use many tricks and tactics to set you up for a conviction. They have been trained to elicit written and oral statements that can seriously damage a criminal defendant's ability to defend a criminal case.
Police Officers will tell you that cooperation is in your best interest, even if they have no evidence of wrongdoing. Don't believe them. You don't know what they know. You have the right to say nothing until you are represented by a lawyer, and that is always in your best interest.
Know Your Constitutional Rights
Whether you are facing federal or state charges, do not try to explain yourself, reason with police or discuss anything about what may have occurred. You should insist clearly and repeatedly on speaking to a criminal defense attorney. Constitutional law requires that once you ask for an attorney, authorities must stop all questioning.
Representation for State Crimes and Federal Crimes
Criminal defense attorney James S. Friedman provides a full range of legal advice and representation to clients under investigation for:
- Narcotics and drug charges
- Racketeering (RICO)
- Bribery and extortion
- Internet crimes, such as child pornography or identity theft
- Fraud, forgery and other white collar crimes
- Professional or official misconduct
- Receiving or fencing stolen property
- Prostitution
- Computer Crimes
- DUI/DWI drunk driving offenses
Being Investigated? Seek Legal Help Now.
Mr. Friedman handles indictable/felony or non-indictable/misdemeanor charges in all state courts in New Jersey and New York City, and federal district courts for New Jersey and the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. If you are convicted of a crime, the firm can also handle your criminal appeal and other post-trial and post-conviction matters.
If you are under investigation for a state or federal offense, contact James S. Friedman, LLC at 866-484-1906 (toll free) immediately for help. For your convenience, Mr. Friedman maintains offices in Newark and New York City.
