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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Rochester Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

The Law Office of James L. Riotto

4.8
328 Reviews

  • 30 West Broad Street, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14614+1 location

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • Former State Trooper. Federal & State Trial Experience. Proven Results. A New York Full-Service Law Firm to Count On. Aggressive representation when needed to protect your rights... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersGeneral Practice, College Student Criminal Defense, and 34 more

William Swift
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Brown & Hutchinson

4.6
15 Reviews

  • 925 Crossroads Building, Suite 925, Rochester, NY 14614

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • Commitment to Excellence in your legal matter.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Automobile Accidents, and 93 more

Michelle Hutchinson
Managing Partner
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Law Offices of Maurice J. Verrillo, P.C.

4.2
7 Reviews

  • 3300 Monroe Avenue, Suite 301, Rochester, NY 14618+1 location

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Call us Experienced Rochester Attorney 585-484-1035)

  • Criminal Law LawyersLawsuits, Trials and Appeals, DWI, and 5 more

Maurice J. Verrillo
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Molodetz Law

4.9
10 Reviews

  • 2480 Browncroft Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14625

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, DWI Defense

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Emma Molodetz Esq.
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Derek S. Wild, Esq. Attorney at Law

5.0
36 Reviews

  • 2480 Browncroft Blvd, Rochester, NY 14625

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, and 1 more

Derek Wild
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Dentino, Cammarata & Fazio, LLP

4.7
80 Reviews

  • 20 Wildbriar Road, Suite D, Rochester, NY 14623-3969

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Providing compassionate yet effective divorce and family law services. During COVID-19 we are OPEN and actively able to schedule phone and video consultations with new clients.... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal and Traffic Law, Family Law and Divorce, and 7 more

Anthony Dentino
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Cerulli Massare & Lembke

4.3
7 Reviews

  • 45 Exchange Boulevard, Suite 925, Rochester, NY 14614

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Since 1999, Cerulli, Massare & Lembke has been a respected law firm in Western New York. Located in the historic Times Square Building on the western shore of the Genesee... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Litigation, Civil Litigation, and 2 more

Matthew Robert Lembke
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Thomas A. Corletta

4.4
42 Reviews

  • 16 W. Main St., Ste. 240, Rochester, NY 14614+1 location

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDriving While Intoxicated, Criminal Defense, and 5 more

Thomas Corletta
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Evans Fox LLP

4.5
70 Reviews

  • 100 Meridian Center Boulevard, Suite 300, Rochester, NY 14618

  • Law Firm with 16 lawyers2 awards

  • Our mission is to provide exceptional personalized legal advice to each client, by utilizing our experience in delivering insightful and empathetic counsel, at a time when our... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCorporate Law, Commercial Litigation, and 54 more

Matthew (Matt) Piston Esq.
Criminal Law Lawyer
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King Law

4.8
23 Reviews

  • 19 West Main Street , Suite 250, Rochester, NY 14614

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Federal Crime, and 3 more

Robert King
Criminal Law Lawyer
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David Wade Attorney at Law

5.0
10 Reviews

  • 140 Allens Creek Road, Suite 220, Rochester, NY 14618

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • David Wade’s approach to legal representation is unique. He combines deep legal expertise with a personal touch, ensuring that each client feels heard, respected, and fiercely... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDUI/DWI, Traffic Offenses, and 8 more

David Wade
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Finucane & Hartzell, LLP

4.3
10 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Attorneys at law

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Civil Litigation, and 10 more

Leo G. Finucane
Managing Partner
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Dentino, Cammarata & Fazio, LLP

4.7
80 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Providing compassionate yet effective divorce and family law services. During COVID-19 we are OPEN and actively able to schedule phone and video consultations with new clients.... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal and Traffic Law, Family Law and Divorce, and 7 more

Anthony Dentino
Criminal Law Lawyer
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The Law Office of James L. Riotto

4.8
328 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • Former State Trooper. Federal & State Trial Experience. Proven Results. A New York Full-Service Law Firm to Count On. Aggressive representation when needed to protect your rights... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersGeneral Practice, College Student Criminal Defense, and 34 more

William Swift
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Law Office of Daniel C. Fulmer

5.0
12 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • DWI & Traffic Offenses Law Firm. Highly Rated & Proven Results. Successfully Handled Thousands of Cases In New York Over 25 Years. Free Consultation Anytime: 585-695-5157

  • Criminal Law LawyersDUI/DWI, Criminal Defense

Daniel Fulmer
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Evans Fox LLP

4.5
70 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 16 lawyers2 awards

  • Our mission is to provide exceptional personalized legal advice to each client, by utilizing our experience in delivering insightful and empathetic counsel, at a time when our... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCorporate Law, Commercial Litigation, and 54 more

Matthew (Matt) Piston Esq.
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Brown Chiari LLP, Attorneys at Law

4.4
14 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers2 awards

  • Over 30 years of experience in all areas of personal injury litigation.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse, and 4 more

Michael R. Drumm Esq.
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Roach, Brown, McCarthy & Gruber, P.C.

4.7
45 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY

  • Law Firm with 13 lawyers2 awards

  • The Firm, and its predecessor entities have been primarily engaged in litigation defense for 110 years and have successfully represented our clients in both the state and federal... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCivil Litigation, Trial Practice, and 16 more

Kevin Vasquez Hutcheson
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Bernacki Law

4.8
12 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Since 1997, Bernacki Law has helped hundreds of individuals, businesses and organizations to successfully resolve a wide range of civil and criminal matters. Located in Pittsford,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness and Nonprofit Law, Criminal Defense, and 38 more

  • Free Consultation

John E. Bernacki Jr.
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Cerulli Massare & Lembke

4.3
7 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Since 1999, Cerulli, Massare & Lembke has been a respected law firm in Western New York. Located in the historic Times Square Building on the western shore of the Genesee... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Litigation, Civil Litigation, and 2 more

Matthew Robert Lembke
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Law Offices of Maurice J. Verrillo, P.C.

4.2
7 Reviews

  • Serving Rochester, NY and Monroe County, New York

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Call us Experienced Rochester Attorney 585-484-1035)

  • Criminal Law LawyersLawsuits, Trials and Appeals, DWI, and 5 more

Maurice J. Verrillo
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Militello Law Firm, PLLC

5.0
47 Reviews

  • 2480 Browncroft Blvd., Rochester, NY 14625

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • DWI attorneys who understand how a drunk driving charge effects your work, school, and family. Call us for a free phone consultation.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDWI, Criminal, and 2 more

P. Militello
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Daniel Strollo

4.9
16 Reviews

  • 45 Exchange Boulevard, Suite 400, Rochester, NY 14614

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersLitigation, General Practice, and 4 more

Daniel E. Strollo
Criminal Law Lawyer
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James S. Hinman, P.C.

  • 16 E. Main St., Ste. 260, Rochester, NY 14614

Fitzsimmons, Nunn, Fitzsimmons & Plukas, LLP

  • 16 E. Main St., Ste. 300, Rochester, NY 14614

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Ronald Shields Cook, Attorney at Law

  • 250 Mill Street, Rochester, NY 14614

Culley, Marks, Tanenbaum & Pezzulo, LLP

  • 36 Main Street West, Suite 500, Rochester, NY 14614-1790

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Felix V. Lapine

  • One E. Main St., Suite 711, Rochester, NY 14614

Bruce F. Freeman

  • 126 Colonial Village Rd., Rochester, NY 14625-2104

Law Office of Mark D. Funk

  • 144 Exchange Blvd., Rochester, NY 14614-2117

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I sue the person who provoked a fight that caused someone to die?

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Answered by attorney Robert Conover English (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at The English Law Firm
Technically, you can sue the person, but it does not sound like it is likely to be successful. If there was any credible evidence that the fight was caused by the other party, then your grandson would have had a defense to his criminal charge. He was convicted beyond a reasonable doubt, so I don't think a civil suit would have any realistic chance.
Technically, you can sue the person, but it does not sound like it is likely to be successful. If there was any credible evidence that the fight was caused by the other party, then your grandson would have had a defense to his criminal charge. He was convicted beyond a reasonable doubt, so I don't think a civil suit would have any realistic chance.
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Do I have to plead not guilty to misdemeanor battery?

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Answered by attorney Nathaniel D Shafer
Criminal Law lawyer at Natty Shafer Law
If you don't want this on your record, then yes, you should plead not guilty and fight the charges. Also, if the prosecutor does not dismiss the charges, ask the judge if you are eligible for a public defender. Depending on your income, you may be eligible for appointed counsel, which will make your chances of victory better.
If you don't want this on your record, then yes, you should plead not guilty and fight the charges. Also, if the prosecutor does not dismiss the charges, ask the judge if you are eligible for a public defender. Depending on your income, you may be eligible for appointed counsel, which will make your chances of victory better.
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Will I have a criminal record if I plead guilty for fare evasion and misuse of fare media?

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Answered by attorney Eric E Rothstein (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Rothstein Law PLLC
Fare evasion under the Penal Law is a crime so pleading guilty will give you a criminal record. However, there are ways to avoid that without you having to go to court.
Fare evasion under the Penal Law is a crime so pleading guilty will give you a criminal record. However, there are ways to avoid that without you having to go to court.
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