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Criminal Law

Dutchess County Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you have been wrongfully charged with a crime, you will need an experienced criminal defense attorney who can protect your interests. At the Law Office of Sarah E. Rakov, P.C., I offer more than 10 years of experience and am an advocate for innocent individuals who have been falsely charged. Contact me, Kingston, New York DWI and DUI attorney, Sarah Rakov today for a free initial phone consultation.

Criminal Charges

As an experienced Dutchess County, New York, criminal defense attorney, I vigorously represent adults and juveniles who have been wrongfully charged with committing felony or misdemeanor criminal offenses, including:

  • Drunk driving (DWI / DWAI / DUI)
  • Drug offense
  • Assault
  • Gang related crimes
  • Burglary
  • Petty larceny (shoplifting)
  • Traffic violations
  • Rape
  • Molestation
  • Domestic disputes
  • White collar crime
  • Embezzlement
  • Check kiting

Drunk Driving (DWI / DWAI / DUI)

I will thoroughly investigate your DWI stop to identify all possible avenues of defense, including probable cause for the stop. A thorough investigation is essential in drunk driving cases because if you are convicted you will face strict penalties. It is important for you to hire an experienced drunk driving attorney. I can negotiate for you to retain your license while I am defending your case.

Drug Charges

My criminal defense law office handles drug possession and intent to sell offenses. I represent clients on a variety of drug cases involving cocaine, marijuana, heroine, and ecstasy.

Juvenile Offenses

Has your child been convicted of committing a crime? I can assist juveniles under the age of 19 apply for youthful offender status. Under this process, the crime would still be listed on their record but only law enforcement personnel would know. If your child was filling out a job application, they are allowed to state that they have never been convicted of committing a criminal act.

Contact Me

Have you, or a loved one, been falsely charged with committing a crime? If your reputation is important to you, do not delay. Contact Dutchess County criminal defense lawyer, Sarah Rakov, immediately for a free initial phone consultation.

Sarah E. Rakov, P.C.
Effective Communication - Personal Representation

Law Offices of Sarah E. Rakov
12 John Street Kingston, NY 12401-3810
T: 845-339-3492 F: 845-339-3493
The Law Office of Sarah E. Rakov, P.C., located in Kingston, New York, serves clients in Ulster County and Dutchess County, including Kingston, New Paltz, Poughkeepsie, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Saugerties, and Woodstock, NY.

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