When you’re charged with resisting arrest in New York City, you’ll be facing a Class A Misdemeanor that carries a potential sentence of up to one year in jail, with a fine of $1,000.
For someone who was being arrested for conduct that would normally fall under a disorderly persons offense, a resisting arrest charge can change the situation considerably and put you in significant legal jeopardy.
If you were arrested for a more serious crime and had a resisting arrest charge tacked on, prosecutors can approach your case from a very different angle, using the multiple charges to suggest to a jury that you’re a serious criminal requiring serious punishment.
If you’re facing a resisting arrest charge in New York City, you need a lawyer.
Our team of experienced NYC criminal defense attorneys can help get the resisting charge reduced or dropped in many cases, and will approach the totality of your case with the focus it deserves.
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