Criminal Law

The Ketover & Associates criminal defense teams represent clients throughout New York City and Long Island. We aggressively handle all criminal cases including assault cases, domestic violence, petty and grand larceny, drug-related charges, manslaughter, sex-related crimes, fraud and embezzling charges, and more. Every case is handled confidentially, and with personal attention to detail.

When the Ketover & Associates attorneys represent you, a legal plan of action is immediately drawn up. Each aspect of your case is discussed so that a solid defense can be established. Please contact Ketover & Associates immediately if you've been arrested and/or charged with a criminal offense.

• Assault & Battery - Assault and battery combines two violent crimes: assault (the threat of violence) and battery (actual physical violence). All assault charges in New York courtrooms are serious and carry the potential of a permanent criminal record as well as the possibility of prison time. Whether you've acted in self-defense, or reacted badly in a volatile situation, a free consultation with our New York City defense team is what you now need to sort through the complex details of your case.
• Child Abuse - One of the most heartbreaking situations that can arise is the physical or emotional abuse of a child; but just as heartbreaking is when a person is wrongfully accused of hurting a child. If you have been charged with child abuse it is important that you legal representative has experience handling such cases. Ketover & Associates have handled many child abuse cases and have the experience and expertise to represent clients charged with these offenses.
• Drug Crimes – There is a federal mandate in place to combat the distribution and abuse of controlled substances. Federal drug charges generally carry stiffer penalties and longer jail time. State arrests for simple possession tend to incur misdemeanor charges and usually involve probation, a short term in a local jail, or a fine, depending on the criminal history and age of the person being charged.
  If you or a loved one is facing drug charges, please immediately contact our attorneys at Ketover & Associates. Our legal teams have extensive experience, not only as a criminal defense lawyers but also have extensive experience with drug cases.
• Gun Possession – if you own a handgun in New York City, you must have a license for it and the weapon needs to be registered; if these requirements are not met, the gun is an illegal firearm. Because of issues relating to possession, gun or weapons charges or can be difficult to defend. This makes it even more important to get an experienced New York City criminal lawyer to defend you.
• Homicide – Homicide includes such crimes as murder and manslaughter. People accused of homicide have the same rights as any other criminal defendant, including the right to a lawyer and jury trial, the right to cross-examine witnesses, and the right to produce evidence.
  Ketover & Associates know the system and have an impressive track record of success dealing with homicides. Contact us today to discuss the details of your case.
• Felonies – More serious than a misdemeanor, a felony carries a potential penalty of more than one year in prison. In order for felony cases to be prosecuted in New York, the defendant must be indicted by a grand jury. As their client, Ketover & Associate will fully advocate on your behalf.
• Misdemeanors – An offense less serious than a felony, a misdemeanor usually carries a penalty of one year or less in jail. The goal in these cases is to resolve them in a favorable manner, meaning without the client having a permanent criminal record. This can usually, but not always, be accomplished without a trial, saving the client considerable expense and stress.
• Robbery – Robbery is the act of depriving someone of their personal property through the use of force or fear. The property can either be taken from the person or from their immediate surroundings. If a deadly weapon such as a gun is used or the victim suffers physical harm, the act can be classified as "armed" or "aggravated" and the severity of the punishment can be increased.
  Ketover & Associates is well-versed in the laws of robbery and theft and make sure their clients understand every phase of their case.
• Sex Crimes - Even though there is an increased awareness of false accusations, sex crimes are some of the most strongly prosecuted and severely punished offenses in the criminal justice system. Although non-violent sex crimes are generally less severe than violent sex crimes, they too, carry heavy consequences. Our criminal attorneys offer you a free consultation to fully review your criminal case.

Call Ketover & Associates today us at (877) 703-2000 to schedule an appointment at our convenient Garden City, New York location.