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Medford Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you live in Medford and were arrested or given a desk appearance ticket, your case will most likely be heard at the Suffolk County First District Court, 400 Carleton Avenue, Central Islip. Medford is in the Town of Brookhaven, and criminal and DWI cases from its western Suffolk towns start in Central Islip. Richard Hochhauser is a former Nassau County prosecutor who defends Medford residents in both Suffolk and Nassau courts. Consultations are free, in person at our Hempstead office or by video call or phone call.
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Arrested in or near Medford?
Call before your first court date. We answer 24/7, and the first consultation is free, in person, by video call or by phone call.
The most common charges for Medford residents
We reviewed two years of arraignment records from the Nassau County and Suffolk County district courts. About 290 Medford residents were arraigned, more than 9 in 10 of them in Suffolk County. These were the most common charges, most frequent first.
| Rank | Code | Charge | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PL 155.25 | Petit larceny (shoplifting) | Class A misdemeanor |
| 2 | PL 220.03 | Criminal possession of a controlled substance, 7th degree | Class A misdemeanor |
| 3 | VTL 340(a) | Failure to surrender a suspended license or registration | Misdemeanor |
| 4 | VTL 1192(3) | Driving while intoxicated (common law DWI) | Misdemeanor |
| 5 | VTL 511(1)(a) | Aggravated unlicensed operation, 3rd degree | Misdemeanor |
| 6 | PL 240.26(1) | Harassment, 2nd degree | Violation, not a crime |
| 7 | VTL 1192(2) | Per se DWI, 0.08% BAC or higher | Misdemeanor |
| 8 | VTL 512 | Operating while registration is suspended or revoked | Misdemeanor |
Local note. About 1 in 8 cases involving Medford residents are DWI charges, a higher share than about three-quarters of the Suffolk communities we reviewed.
Where a Medford case is heard
| Detail | For Medford |
|---|---|
| County | Suffolk |
| Town | Town of Brookhaven |
| ZIP code | 11763 |
| Criminal and DWI court | Suffolk County District Court, First District |
| Address | 400 Carleton Avenue, Central Islip, NY 11722 |
| Felony cases | Suffolk County Court, after an indictment or a waiver of indictment |
| Arrested in Nassau County? | Your case goes to the Nassau County First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead |
Arrive early. Both courthouses have security screening at the entrance, and the line is what usually makes people late.
Suspended license and registration charges
Suspended license and registration charges make up about 1 in 4 cases involving Medford residents. Many of these come from unpaid tickets, missed court dates, insurance lapses or unpaid child support. Clearing the suspension with the DMV before your court date can lead to a much better result. See driving with a suspended license and aggravated unlicensed operation (VTL 511).
How we help Medford clients
DWI
Refusal hearings, ignition interlock and the DMV consequences that follow a DWI arrest.
Theft and shoplifting
Petit larceny, grand larceny and possession of stolen property charges.
Domestic violence
Assault, harassment, criminal contempt and orders of protection.
Medford criminal defense: frequently asked questions
Which court handles an arrest in Medford?
Criminal and DWI cases from Medford are heard at the Suffolk County District Court, First District, at 400 Carleton Avenue in Central Islip. Felony cases move to Suffolk County Court after an indictment. If you were arrested in Nassau County, your case goes to the First District Court in Hempstead instead.
What are the most common charges for Medford residents?
Based on two years of arraignment records, the most common charges for Medford residents include petit larceny (shoplifting), criminal possession of a controlled substance, 7th degree and failure to surrender a suspended license or registration.
Is a desk appearance ticket a criminal charge?
Yes. A desk appearance ticket is a criminal charge with a court date. If you miss the date, a warrant can be issued. Call a lawyer before your first appearance.
Do I have to travel to your office from Medford?
No. Consultations are free and available in person at our Hempstead office, or by video call or phone call. We answer 24/7.
How much does a criminal defense lawyer cost?
We charge a flat fee, quoted after your free consultation.
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