Forgery, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument & Counterfeit Charges

Woodbury | Central Islip | Mineola | Hempstead

Forgery or possession of a forged instrument are serious charges and can have consequences ranging from high fines and a permanent criminal record to long prison sentences. An experienced felony defense attorney can help you fight forgery or possession of a forged instrument charges, as well as other forgery-related criminal charges.

Attorney David W. Haber has more than a decade of experience as a criminal law attorney, and is also a former felony prosecutor for Nassau County — experience he utilizes to bring you a strong, aggressive defense against New York forgery and forgery-related charges, including possession of a forged instrument.

From our office in Woodbury, we zealously guard the rights and freedom of individuals charged with forgery or other white-collar crime throughout Nassau County (including Hempstead and Mineola), Suffolk County (including Central Islip, Riverhead and Hauppauge), as well as the five boroughs of New York (Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Staten Island, NY).

For additional information about the benefits of retaining New York Criminal Defense Attorney David W. Haber, please visit Our Qualities and Qualifications page.

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.

Experienced New York Criminal Defense Attorney

New York criminal defense attorney David Haber has extensive experience handling a wide range of New York felony and misdemeanor charges. His experience as a former felony prosecutor for Nassau County is invaluable to your defense. We defend against all types of New York criminal charges, including:

• Assault and Weapon Charges
• Domestic Violence: Criminal Contempt and Aggravated Harassment
• Driving While Ability Impaired by a Drug (DWAI)
• Driving While Intoxicated (DWI, DUI)
• Drug Sales and Drug Possession
• Felony Theft: Burglary and Robbery
• Forgery and Possession of a Forged Instrument
• Grand Larceny and Petit Larceny
• Juvenile Crimes
• Murder, Manslaughter & Vehicular Manslaughter
• Probation and Parole Violations
• Suspended License or Registration
• Traffic Offenses
• White-Collar Crime and Fraud

We take all criminal charges, as well as the protections afforded by the New York and United States Constitutions, seriously. We are committed to fighting for your freedom and achieving the best possible results. If you are charged with a crime or are under criminal investigation, protect yourself, your rights and your freedom. Retain an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you.

Contact Experienced New York Forgery Defense Attorney David Haber

For additional information about New York forgery laws and the criminal law process, or to discuss your forgery or possession of a forged instrument charges with experienced Woodbury, New York, criminal defense lawyer and former Nassau County prosecuting attorney David Haber, please schedule a free confidential consultation by calling us at 516-367-2264. Or if you prefer, you can contact us online.

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