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DWI Charge Reduced
A Canadian resident was charged with a DWI after a Bills game. Arthur convinced the court the test reading was wrong and got the charge reduced, sparing the client a criminal charge.
DWI Case Dismissed
After a woman was charged at a DWI checkpoint, Arthur contested the legality of the roadblock and found procedures weren't properly followed. The DWI charges were dismissed and her lisence restored.
DWI Charge Reduced
A Buffalo woman was charged with a DWI and blew a 0.23 BAC. Arthur took the case to trial and was successful in keeping the breath test reading from being introduced as evidence. Her charge was reduced to a DWAI.
Arthur Pressman focuses in the areas of DWI, traffic law and criminal defense.
Arthur is a 1982 graduate of the State University of New York at Albany. He earned his law degree from the University of Miami School of Law in 1985 and practiced with the law firm of Heller & Rubin in Miami, Florida from 1986 to 1988. In 1988, Arthur relocated to Buffalo, where he opened his own practice where he has continued to defend those accused of crimes in the Buffalo and Niagara Falls, New York area.


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Buffalo Probation Violation Lawyer Protecting Your Freedom
Get an experienced Buffalo criminal defense attorney on your side.
Probation is a court-ordered punishment and must be taken seriously. If you have been convicted of a crime, you may be sentenced to probation as all or part of your punishment. Probation is ordered by the court, and its terms vary in length depending on the charges against you. Judges use probation as a means to ensure that you act with a certain level of responsibility. Probation gives you a second chance to abide by the law. In addition, probation is often used as an alternative to incarceration when negotiating a plea bargain. If you have violated your probation, Buffalo Criminal Defense Lawyer Arthur L. Pressman has the experience you need to negotiate with the court and improve your chances of turning the circumstances of a probation violation in your favor.
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Effective representation against any type of criminal charges
Over the years, Buffalo Criminal Defense Attorney Pressman has effectively handled thousands of criminal cases in the Buffalo area, including:
- DUI/DWI: If you have been charged with a DUI (driving under the influence)/DWI (driving while intoxicated) in the Buffalo area, it is essential to contact an experienced Buffalo Criminal Defense Attorney to act on your behalf immediately to protect your rights.
- Drug crimes: Not all drug charges result in the same penalties in New York. Having the right Criminal Defense Attorney can be the difference between a minimum sentence or years in prison.
- Domestic violence: Domestic violence cases frequently involve false allegations. Charges often arise in emotionally wrought situations and can have a devastating cascading effect on your family and future.
- Fraud: Fraud can be difficult to prosecute in New York. Prosecutors must establish intent of the accused to defraud others. Rely on a savvy Buffalo Criminal Defense Attorney who has extensive experience working with prosecutors to prepare your defense.
- Theft: If you are accused of crimes that involve stealing, such as shoplifting, petty larceny, grand larceny, burglary, robbery, criminal possession of stolen property, forgery or fraud, Buffalo Criminal Defense Attorney Pressman provides stellar defense.
- Violent crimes: Violent crimes in New York have some of the most severe punishments in the country. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, gun and weapon possession, rape, murder, kidnapping, burglary, harassment, intimidating a witness, unlawful imprisonment and aggravated harassment.
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Helping you gradually regain your freedom, one step at a time
Probation requires regular meetings with an assigned probation officer who monitors your progress and administers any court-required tests, such as random drug tests, your participation in court-ordered drug or alcohol programs and any required community service. In addition, you must follow very specific rules and requirements as outlined in your terms of probation. All activities are strictly monitored and restricted during your probation period, including your ability to change jobs, move or leave the state without permission. It is important to have a Buffalo probation violation lawyer on your side.
What if you can’t make a probation appointment?
Individuals usually begin probation with the best intentions. However, as time passes, the challenges of daily life, work commitments, child commitments or lack of transportation can pose a problem in attending the scheduled meeting with your probation officer. The most common reason for violating probation is missing a scheduled probation appointment.
Courts do not look favorably on your probation violation
Violating probation is a very serious charge — one on which the court does not look very favorably. Penalties for violating probation can be harsh, especially if you are a repeat offender. If you have been convicted of violating probation, you can benefit from the strong legal defense that an experienced Buffalo criminal defense lawyer, such as Arthur L. Pressman, can provide.
Don’t let a probation violation cause you to lose your probation altogether
If you are facing a violation of your probation, our experienced Buffalo Criminal Defense Lawyer is proficient with probation violation laws in New York state and can prepare a defense to avoid the loss of your freedom. Contact Buffalo Criminal Defense Lawyer Arthur L. Pressman at (716) 517-4250 or online. For your convenience, our office is on the subway line, and Buffalo probation violation lawyer Arthur Pressman offers a free initial phone consultation seven days a week.
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