Arraignments
The arraignment of a person in a criminal court is the moment an accused is informed of the charges the government is bringing against him or her.
The arraignment process is an extremely crucial moment when a highly skilled advocate can make the difference between your loved one being incarcerated or remaining free while fighting their charges. The judge makes a determination whether the accused will be held in on bail or released on his own recognizance (ROR). The prosecutor will surely argue that the accused not be released back to the community and it is the defense attorney’s obligation to present evidence to the judge as to the weakness of the government’s case and the certainty that the accused will return to court. An unskilled defense attorney may cause you or your loved one to remain in custody.
There is a great deal of work to be done at the beginning of any criminal prosecution and that starts even before the arraignment. Make sure you have a law firm that understands and anticipates what will happen in your case. At Cohen & Forman, having represented thousands of criminal defendants we have the resources, skill and experience to know how to handle all the exigencies that will inevitably arise in most prosecutions.
If you or someone you know have been arrested do not wait– give us a call immediately.
Rights Under The New York Criminal Procedure Law Triggered at Arraignment
- §170.70 – Release of defendant upon failure to replace misdemeanor complaint by information.
- §180.80 – Proceedings upon felony complaint; release of defendant from custody upon failure of timely disposition.
- §30.30 – Speedy Trial; time limitations.
- §710.30 – Motion to Suppress Evidence; Notice to defendant of intention to offer evidence.
