- Child Custody and VisitationIn the United States, sex crimes are viewed as some of the most serious offenses that a perpetrator could do, which is why they are penalized so harshly. Even once a defendant has finally been liberated, that person is then required to be put on the sex offender list, hindering their ability to get housing, find a job, or have custodial or visitation rights to care for their own children. These life-altering changes are why you should seek counsel from our confidential and compassionate advocates at The Kindlon Law Firm, PLLC, who can aggressively fight the allegations of the prosecution and safeguard you from the extreme penalties.
- Criminal DefenseIf you or a loved one has recently been arrested or charged with a serious crime in Albany or within the Capital District, let Upstate New York’s premier defense team defend you inside and outside the courtroom. Do not hesitate to request a free initial consultation and discuss your case with our experienced criminal defense attorneys.
- DUI/DWIAre you in need of aggressive legal representation for your DWI case? Call The Kindlon Law Firm, PLLC today at
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- Traffic ViolationsWhen citizens in New York are accused of driving while intoxicated (DWI), many assume that the offense is like another kind of traffic violation instead of a severe, harshly penalized criminal charge. As a result, many individuals who otherwise follow the law and may have made just a minor error in judgment are often shocked by the stringent penalties they are suddenly facing, whether this means paying extremely high fees or facing several months or even years of being incarcerated in prison.
- Sex CrimesThe possession of child pornography – According to the New York Penal Code §§ 263.16, 263.11, no person may possess media of a sexual or obscene performance of a child. Such media does not merely include physical copies but any digital representation as well.
- FraudDealing with a tax auditor or tax enforcement agent is an overwhelming and stressful experience. If you are facing tax fraud charges, you should not hesitate to reach out to the experienced legal team at The Kindlon Law Firm, PLLC in Albany for the strong defense you need to overcome these charges. With more than 100 years of combined experience on our side, you can feel confident in our ability to aggressively and skillfully represent you.
- RobberyWhen we imagine a criminal organization, we often picture deep-rooted networks of organized crime. Legally, however, this is not always the case. According to New York law, any two or more people can comprise a criminal organization. Therefore, if two people stole a car and used illegal guns to rob a liquor store, they could be accused of operating for a criminal enterprise. Car theft is the first crime; possession of the guns is the second; and robbery is the third. Minor street gangs accused of petty crimes could also meet these conditions.
- BurglaryBurglary does not necessarily mean that a part of the property was stolen (although it certainly can include this). The strict definition of burglary means that you have willfully entered a building or structure of someone unlawfully and are further intending to enact another crime.
- White Collar CrimesWhen it comes to white collar crime, you can expect the federal government to relentlessly pursue any charges it makes against you. This is no less true when it comes to allegations concerning honest services fraud. This is why it’s very important that you hired experienced legal counsel that you can count on to build your defense.
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- MisdemeanorsIf a person has been convicted of a crime in New York, it will be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony. In general, if a defendant has been charged with a misdemeanor, that person is liable to face a sentence of up to one year maximum in jail. This means that technically, a misdemeanor has less severe penalties than does a felony. However, it is never a good idea to simply dismiss a misdemeanor.
- EmbezzlementAre you facing an embezzlement charge in New York? Our embezzlement attorney in Albany is ready to help you. Call The Kindlon Law Firm, PLLC today at
- Drug CrimesHere at The Kindlon Law Firm, PLLC, you can count on a legacy of generations of experienced attorneys who are highly familiar with the most powerful strategies for fighting drug charges. With over a century’s worth of combined legal experience, you can rely on us to effectively represent you for a huge range of crimes related to drugs.
- AssaultIn comparison to felonies, it is true that misdemeanors are not usually as serious, as they normally do not incur a large amount of damage to either a human’s life or to the well-being of a property. Some examples of these misdemeanors could include petty theft, like shoplifting, or DUI charges, disorderly conduct, and simple assault.
- MurderClient was indicted and charged with murder. After combing through discovery turnover, a statement by a witness that had not been turned over demonstrated that the actual shooter was misidentified. After presenting statement to the court, District...
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- HomicideArrested for homicide? The Albany homicide attorneys at The Kindlon Law Firm, PLLC are ready to vigorously defend you. Call us at
- ArsonWhile robbery & theft would count as crimes against property, in the same way, that defacement, arson, and vandalism would be considered to be property crimes, each act has a different level of violence or intent. Theft refers specifically to the act of taking property, whether that means taking an article of clothing or a piece of jewelry, and the act could be classified as a felony or misdemeanor based on the monetary value of the object. Robbery, however, occurs when physical force or threats were used to steal the object, usually elevating this to a felony crime.
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- Restraining OrderIn order to make sure that the alleged victim is safe, the court will primarily seek to establish the well-being of the complainant. Depending on the situation, the judge may even designate a restraining order, which could either be temporary or permanent. This could have a terrible effect on your ability to care for your children, causing you to lose your rights to custody or visitation.
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- KidnappingLuring a child – This Class E felony does not merely refer to get a minor to enter a car or building, nor is it excluded to persuading a child to engage in sexual acts, incest, or prostitution. Exploiting a child by engaging them online, with the intent of kidnapping, injuring, or sexually violating them is also included under this kind of felony.
- ManslaughterManslaughter: intentionally yet spontaneously killing another person (voluntary manslaughter) or unintentionally killing someone through an illegal or reckless act (involuntary manslaughter)
- Internet CrimesThere are many kinds of internet sex crimes which have been outlined according to both federal laws and state laws in New York. Even though people normally associate a “sexual crime” as one involving outright violence, such as rape or sexual battery, cybercrimes constitute a massive percentage of sexual offenses, including the many cases where sexual digital content appeared by accident on an unsuspecting defendant’s screen.
- ProstitutionProstitution – If a person pays for a sexual activity, this is defined as prostitution, and is classified as a Class A misdemeanor according to the New York Penal Code § 230.00. The offense becomes a cyber sex crime violation if either sexual arrangements or the financial payments were themselves made online.
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- Personal InjuryLee Kindlon, the founding partner of the Kindlon Law Firm, has represented clients in some of the area’s most high-profile criminal cases. From those hard-fought courtroom battles, he uses his experience to benefit clients across the legal spectrum. Lee’s experience in litigation includes matters based on contract, fraud and negligence. He has successfully resolved a number of high-value personal injury and wrongful death cases.