Rochester Criminal Defense Attorney
Practice Areas
Rochester DWI Attorney
Driving While Intoxicated
If you have been charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), it is essential that you contact a lawyer immediately. You could face jail or prison time and driver’s license suspension or revocation. Mr. Christie was a prosecutor in the Felony DWI Bureau of the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, where he conducted hundreds of trials and hearings. As a result of his extensive DWI prosecution experience in New York’s Town, City and County Courts, Mr. Christie has significant experience with the DWI laws and the various misdemeanor and felony levels of DWI offenses, license-related issues and sentencing. In addition, as an experienced trial attorney, Mr. Christie has substantial knowledge about DWI arrest and blood alcohol content (“BAC”) testing procedures, police testimony and field sobriety tests.
Felonies
Rochester Felony Criminal Defense Attorney
As a former prosecutor, Mr. Christie has significant experience with all felonies including, white collar crimes, theft-related offenses, drug and gun crimes and violent felonies, such as:
Arson
Assault
Burglary
Computer and Internet Crimes
Conspiracy
Criminal Contempt
Criminal Mischief
Criminal Possession of Stolen Property
Forgery
Fraud
Grand Larceny
Insurance Fraud
Mr. Christie also has extensive experience in dealing with probation violations that occur following a felony conviction sentence. Depending upon the individual’s criminal history, a sentence of mandatory state prison time may be imposed following a felony conviction. It is important to seek legal counsel immediately if you are charged with any felony.
Drug Crimes
Mr. Christie spent several years as a prosecutor in the Special Investigations Bureau of the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, where he prosecuted felony level drug and gun crimes. Mr. Christie has extensive investigative experience with search warrants and wiretaps. He understands the legal complexity of the various drug crime levels, the sentencing ranges and the legal defenses that may be raised in drug cases. As a former felony drug crime prosecutor, Mr. Christie has substantial knowledge about felony drug charges and related sentences that can result from charges involving:
Cocaine
Conspiracy
Crack
Drug Possession
Drug Possession with Intent to Sell
Drug Trafficking
Fentanyl
Heroin
Marijuana
Methamphetamine
Prescription Drugs
Guns and Weapons Crimes
Felony gun and weapons crimes are considered violent offenses and can result in lengthy State Prison sentences. Whether you are charged with unlawful weapons possession, sale or use, Mr. Christie will help you understand the charges against you as well as any legal defenses that may be raised.
PISTOL PERMITS | NY RED FLAG GUN LAWS
Mr. Christie can represent individuals at pistol permit hearings and gun owners at Extreme Risk Protection Order (“ERPO”) hearings in Monroe and the surrounding counties
Rochester Federal Crimes Attorney
Federal Crimes
A person who is charged with a Federal Crime is being prosecuted by the United States Government and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The charges typically result from an investigation by agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives or the Drug Enforcement Agency. Defending someone charged with a Federal crime is a complex and time-consuming process and requires knowledge of the Federal Court system, the individual Federal charges and the complicated Federal sentencing guidelines. Significant investigation is usually necessary to defend a client facing Federal charges. Mr. Christie has successfully defended clients in Federal criminal cases such as those involving:
Drug conspiracy
Gun Possession
Insurance Fraud
Mail Fraud
Money Laundering
White Collar Crime
Misdemeanors
Although misdemeanor charges result in less severe consequences than a felony, it is essential that you hire an attorney, because a misdemeanor conviction could lead to a permanent criminal record. Mr. Christie can help defend you in all New York Misdemeanor charges, such as:
Assault
Criminal Contempt
Criminal Mischief
Criminal Trespass
Drug Possession
Endangering the Welfare of a Child
Forged Instruments
Petit Larceny
Stalking
AND Vehicle and Traffic Misdemeanors, such as:
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation (“AUO”)
DWI
Reckless Driving
Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury Accident
It is important to avoid a criminal record whenever possible.
Violations
In New York, Violation level offenses are those that do not rise to the level of a crime. Violation offenses are dealt with in Town and City Courts. Violation level offenses have a maximum sentence of 15 days in jail. Mr. Christie has experience in Town and City courts throughout Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Genesee and other surrounding Counties and can defend individuals charged with violations, such as:
Disorderly Conduct
Harassment
Trespass
Unlawful Possession of Marijuana
Loitering
Vehicle and Traffic Offenses
Rochester Vehicle & Traffic Offenses Attorney
Traffic Tickets
Whether you are facing a single traffic ticket or you have multiple tickets in many different jurisdictions, Mr. Christie has experience in Courts in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario and the surrounding Counties for traffic infractions such as . . .
Speeding Tickets
Stop Sign Violations
Traffic Light Violations
Equipment Violations
Seat Belt Tickets
Cell Phone Tickets
Leaving Scene of Accident
Tinted Windows
Driver’s License Revocation & Suspension
There are many factors that can result in a driver’s license suspension or revocation. Even minor traffic tickets can result in permanent license revocation. Mr. Christie can help you with your driver’s license issues caused by things such as . . .
Excessive Point Accumulation
Multiple Speeding Tickets
CDL issues
Obtaining Conditional OR
Restricted Use Licenses
DWI Refusal Hearings
Other Legal Issues
There are many other personal and family matters that require the knowledge and experience of an attorney. If you have any questions about other legal matters such as estate planning, wills and trusts or real estate sales and purchases, please let Mr. Christie know. Depending upon the specific circumstances, he may be able to handle the matter for you personally. Otherwise, he will discuss the issues with you and will be able to refer you to specific attorneys who would best accomplish your objectives.
Real Estate Purchases & Sales
Mr. Christie has helped many clients with the purchase or sale of a family residence or other property. Mr. Christie will conduct contract and title insurance reviews and ensure that all necessary legal documents are in place, so that your rights are fully protected.
Estate Planning
Mr. Christie helps clients with various estate planning needs, including the drafting of wills , trusts, health care proxies, powers of attorney and living wills. Mr. Christie will discuss your specific situation with you and determine the best approach for your specific needs.