Last Monday, I surrendered, and was charged with Class D Felony Identity Theft. I was arraigned Tuesday morning and was released and put on ...

Question

Last Monday, I surrendered, and was charged with Class D Felony Identity Theft. I was arraigned Tuesday morning and was released and put on probation. I have no priors, and am a single mother of four, with full custody of all of them. I have court again tomorrow morning, and was wondering what I could possibly expect?

Answer

You need an attorney IMMEDIATELY. A Class D Felony can bring 3 1/2 to 7 years in state prison. The other issue you need to think about is that identity theft is a major hot button in the media and law enforcement. You need representation. As for court tomorrow, it is the first time on after arraignment, very little will be going on. An attorney will be able to talk to the District Attorney and see what is going on and if an offer is forth coming.

If you would like a free consultation, you can contact my office at 631-486-7800.

Joel R. Salinger

Answer

Not enough information. What specifically were you accused of doing? What court is the case pending in? What did you actually do? Have you been in trouble before?

Peter Bark- [email protected]/* */

Answer

As you have no arrest and if your facts are correct it would be unlikely that you would expect jail time, but it would be highly recommended to have an experienced lawyer with you defending you and preserving your rights in court. It would also greatly increase the chance of lowering the charges or possible dismissal. We have substantial experience handling these types of cases and reasonable fees, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

CZIK LAW PLLC

101 Avenue of the Americas, 15th Floor

New York, New York 10013

212.413.4462

[email protected]/* */

The information provided by Czik Law PLLC (CLP) is for general educational purposes only. There is no attorney-client relationship established by this communication and no privilege attaches to such communication. CLP is not taking and will not take any action on your behalf and will not be considered your attorney until both you and CLP have signed a written retainer agreement. There are strict deadlines, called statutes of limitation, within which claims or lawsuits must be filed. Therefore, if you desire the services of an attorney and decide not to retain CLP on terms acceptable to CLP, you are advised to immediately seek the services of another attorney.

.