Forgery, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument & Counterfeit Charges

Experienced New York Forgery, Possession of a Forged Instrument & Counterfeit Defense Attorney

We have extensive experience defending against charges of forgery and possession of a forged instrument. We will aggressively fight any forgery-related charges, including:

• Forgery in the first degree (a Class C felony)
• Forgery in the second degree (a Class D felony)
• Forgery in the third degree (a Class A misdemeanor)
• Criminal possession of a forged instrument in the first degree (a Class C felony)
• Criminal possession of a forged instrument in the second degree (a Class D felony)
• Criminal possession of a forged instrument in the third degree (a Class A misdemeanor)
• Criminal possession of a forgery device (a Class D felony)
• Criminal possession of an anti-security item (a Class B misdemeanor)
• Forgery of a vehicle identification (VIN) number (a Class E felony)
• Fraudulently making an electronic access device (a Class D felony)

Forgery, counterfeit and forgery-related charges (such as possession of a forged instrument) are serious charges that can impact your future and your freedom. If you have been arrested for or charged with a forgery crime, you should seek to immediately protect your constitutional rights and mount an aggressive defense.

Why You Want a Private Attorney Rather than a Public Defender

Many public defenders are excellent and do a commendable job with the time and resources they have available. The problem is that they typically do not have the resources to provide you with the best possible defense.

Like most government agencies, budget cuts mean lower headcount. Coupled with an increasing caseload, this means many public defenders simply do not have the time to perform a proper investigation and formulate the best strategy for trial. A private criminal defense attorney can take the time needed to properly investigate your criminal charges, including interviewing witnesses and having the proper experts and professionals examine the evidence to help with your defense.

Unlike public defenders, a private criminal defense attorney can limit his caseload to ensure he has the time and resources to properly dedicate to your defense. Private defense attorneys are more expensive than public defenders, but you get what you pay for, and when your freedom and future are on the line, you want the best possible representation available.