In The Media

In the Media

Mr. Paul D. Petrus Jr. has been interviewed regarding criminal law by television news programs and newspapers throughout New York City. His media attention includes NBC News Channel 4, CBS 2 News, The New York Post, The Daily News, The New York Times, The Brooklyn Times Ledger, City Limits Weekly, and AM New York.

April 29, 2021 – The Washington Post

With private eyes and political muscle, horse racing’s elite pushed to punish dopers. Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr., representing indicted assistant trainer Henry Argueta, commented that misbranding should be a civil or regulatory issue, calling the charge “horse manure.”

April 19, 2019 – Hollywood Life

Paul D. Petrus Jr. explains that Cardi B rejected a plea deal that would’ve given her no jail time, discussing the potential legal consequences she could now be facing as she’s due back in court on May 31.

October 1, 2018 – Hollywood Life

Paul D. Petrus Jr. discusses the legal implications for Cardi B, who could face up to one year in jail and potentially pay millions for an alleged club attack.

June 28, 2017 – Brooklyn Daily Eagle

Brooklyn Judge scolds pill peddler for contributing to the opioid crisis, sentencing him to eight years. Defense attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr. argued for a five-year sentence, citing the defendant’s military service and health conditions.

September 22, 2016 – Rolling Stone

In this Rolling Stone article, New York criminal defense attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr. comments on the possibility of Anthony Weiner going to jail for sexting a 15-year-old girl.

September 8, 2008 – City Limits

Paul D. Petrus Jr., a criminal defense and immigration attorney in Manhattan, discusses the challenges noncitizens face with immigration troubles, highlighting issues with programs like ISAP.