Criminal Defense Practice Areas at Petrus Law

At Petrus Law, we defend clients arrested in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Staten Island. From local misdemeanors to felony indictments, our legal team builds early defense strategies that match how each borough prosecutes cases. We act before arraignment, push back on aggressive police tactics, and appear in court ready to protect your future.

Gun and Weapon Charges in NYC

Whether NYPD recovered a loaded firearm, pocketknife, or other prohibited weapon, we fight possession charges from the first court date. New York treats weapon possession as a violent offense. Even legal firearms carried by out-of-state visitors can lead to felony charges. We file suppression motions, challenge search procedures, and fight to avoid jail.

If you were arrested near Penn Station, Times Square, or on public transportation, we act fast to protect your rights. Learn more about New York’s gun laws from this public safety overview from NYC.gov.

Drug Crime Defense Built for NYC Courtrooms

We defend clients charged under 21 U.S.C. Part D and Section 812 for possession, sale, or distribution. Prosecutors escalate these cases quickly. A routine traffic stop or street encounter can spiral into felony drug allegations. We work to suppress physical evidence, challenge officer conduct, and avoid convictions that destroy careers.

Whether the arrest happened in Harlem, Bushwick, or St. George, we know the precincts, the court clerks, and the DA strategies that apply. Early action makes the difference.

State Crime Charges in New York

We defend clients facing charges under New York State Penal Law, including grand larceny, burglary, robbery, and assault. The DA often overcharges cases, using vague allegations to increase sentencing exposure. Our team steps in early to separate what they claim from what they can prove.

Whether your case is in Kew Gardens, 100 Centre Street, or 120 Schermerhorn, we start preparing before you step inside the courtroom. We file motions, protect your bail status, and keep felony accusations from turning into convictions.

White Collar Charges Filed in Manhattan or Queens

We represent professionals, business owners, and city employees charged with wire fraud, bank fraud, identity theft, and embezzlement. Federal and state prosecutors push hard in financial cases, but early legal work can shut them down. We respond to subpoenas, freeze orders, and audit letters before you’re charged.

Many white collar cases involve emails, bank accounts, and accounting records. We bring in forensic teams, timeline analysts, and courtroom-tested strategies to counter the state’s version. Learn more about financial fraud enforcement from this DOJ resource.

Domestic Violence Arrests in NYC Boroughs

Domestic violence charges often begin with a 911 call and end with a protective order and forced removal from your home. We step in before arraignment to challenge the narrative, shut down exaggerations, and preserve your access to children, property, and freedom.

Whether you’re accused of assault, harassment, or criminal contempt, we work to stop the state from building a case around one version of the story. Many clients face arrest before any investigation begins. We fight to reverse that.

Sex Crime Defense in NYC Courts

When your name appears in a sex crime investigation, prosecutors and police move quickly. You face online exposure, protective orders, and high bail. We defend clients charged with forcible touching, statutory allegations, and internet-based sex crimes across New York City.

Petrus Law acts immediately to challenge search warrants, digital device seizures, and questionable witness statements. We also handle pre-charge representation when clients are contacted by law enforcement or child protection workers. Learn how these cases unfold from this resource by the NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services.

Violent Crime Arrests Require Immediate Action

Assault, robbery, and homicide allegations demand fast defense. Prosecutors in Manhattan and Brooklyn file felony charges quickly and build their timeline before arraignment. We respond right away with preservation requests, early discovery demands, and witness interviews.

Whether NYPD claims you used a weapon, caused serious injury, or acted with others, we tear apart their timeline and expose weaknesses in their case. Our defense team prepares for trial from the first court date so you’re never playing catch-up.

Call Petrus Law to Fight Any Criminal Charge

We don’t wait for the case to move forward. We stop it from moving at all. With offices in Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island, we’re always close to your court and ready to act.

Call (646) 733-4711 or contact us online now for a borough-specific legal defense that protects your rights, your name, and your future.