FAQs
The police want to talk to me, what should I do? Call a lawyer. Chances are you will be arrested. By talking to the police without representation you will make a bad situation worse by making statements that can be used against you. An experienced criminal defense practitioner like Scott Davis, will contact the police and advise them that the client is represented and shall not be interrogated.
How do I decide which lawyer to hire ? There are many competent criminal defense attorneys in the New York. The biggest difference between them is how they relate with you or you loved one. Dealing with a criminal case is stressful enough, you shouldn’t have to second guess your decision in the attorney you retained. So…have a consultation, sit, talk, ask questions. If your questions are answered and you feel comfortable in the attorney’s strategy for representation, that should go a long way in whether or not you should retain the attorney. Scott Davis welcomes the opportunity to meet with you or your loved one. He believes in talking with you, not at you,addressing your concerns in a clear and straightforward manner and provide a strategy to achieve the best result possible.
Shouldn’t a lawyer guarantee a result ? Absolutely not. Every case is different. While a lawyer may have a good idea about the likely outcome of your case based on experience, you never know until you know. Scott Davis manages his clients expectations. He believes in taking one step at a time and adjusting if it becomes necessary. He manages his client”s expectations, works hard for the best result and prepares to fight if it is required.
Now that I have been arrested will I have a criminal record ? No! Anyone can be arrested at anytime for anything. What determines whether you have a criminal conviction or not is how the case is resolved. You can only be convicted of crime in one of two ways; plead guilty to a crime or get convicted after trial. As long as the case is not resolved it is “open” and not a conviction, regardless of the charges. Having represented thousand of clients in his career, Scott Davis understands the fears and concerns of his clients. He strives to always get the best outcome.
If I have a conviction can I get it expunged ? No. Unless you were adjudicated a youthful offender at the time of sentencing, If you were convicted of a crime, New York does not currently provide for a way to expunge criminal convictions. However, under certain circumstances a criminal conviction may be sealed. The best way to determine if you conviction is eligible for sealing, is to call the law offices of Scott Davis and schedule a complimentary consultation.
Will I lose my job if I get a criminal conviction ? Depends. A felony conviction can be a basis for termination or not being hired. Very often a misdemeanor or violation will not be such and impediment. The best practice is to speak with your employer before taking a plea to determine the consequences, if any. Scott Davis has successfully handled countless cases where the results of the criminal case could adversely effect his client’s employment.
What happens if I am arrested at the airport? Queens county is the only county in New York State with two major airports. As a result, if someone is arrested at JFK or LaGuardia airport, the case is very often prosecuted in Queens County Criminal or Supreme Court, Located in Kew Gardens, New York. Cases from the airport range from carrying illegal weapons or drugs to having a warrant when entering the country. Sometimes, clients are arrested for items that they don’t know are illegal (such as a firearm which is legally licensed in another state but not New York) or unaware that they possess. The Law offices of Scott Davis is located one block from the Kew Gardens courthouse. He has successfully represented many of these cases over his career.