Defending Students Facing Misdemeanor or Felony Charges
Students accused of crimes face the threat of fines, probation or jail time. Depending on the charge, students also run the risk of jeopardizing their eligibility for financial aide, scholarships and employment prospects. A student arrested by campus police or security officials may also face an administrative disciplinary hearing that could result in temporary or permanent expulsion from school.
I am Larry Trank, a criminal defense attorney with 15 years of experience providing legal representation to students throughout the Hudson Valley. From my law office in New Paltz, I provide criminal defense to students, including those attending SUNY New Paltz, Marist College (Poughkeepsie, NY), Vassar College (Poughkeepsie, NY), Dutchess Community College (DCC), and Ulster Community College (UCC). I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case.
Avoid the Stigma of a Criminal Record
In a time when background checks are a fact of life, it is vital that students do everything they can to avoid a criminal record. Most often, a criminal conviction is permanent. It will result in a life-long criminal record that my be seen by prospective employers, academic institutions, landlords, banks and the police. To avoid these serious consequences, it is important that you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.
Defense Against all Types of Criminal Charges
For the past 15 years I have practiced law in New Paltz, New York, a small college town located in the Hudson Valley, and home to SUNY New Paltz. Throughout the years, I have had the opportunity to work closely with members of the college community and have regularly represented students charged with various offenses, including:
- Unlawful Possession of Marijuana (UPM)
- Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (CPCS)
- Disorderly Conduct
- DWI
- Assault
- Drug crimes
- Fake IDs
- Trespassing
- Underage Drinking
- Criminal Mischief
- Petit Larceny
- Shop Lifting
- Traffic Violations
If you are a student who has been charged with a crime, or a parent helping your son or daughter following their arrest, don't make the mistake of thinking you can navigate the criminal justice system on your own. Before you talk to the police or anyone else, get the advice of an experienced criminal defense lawyer. I am available to personally speak with you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Free Consultation with an Experienced Defense Attorney
For the past 15 years, I have aggressively defended the rights of students charged with criminal offenses in New Paltz and throughout the Hudson Valley area. To schedule a free consultation to discuss your case, call my office toll-free at 877.224.1132 or simply fill out the contact form on this website.
