2A Attorney in Putnam County

[BMF JK]

Ok thanks I will take ur advice also I'm getting a character evaluation

Also remember I’m not an attorney nor do I play one on TV . Just some ideas to get ya thinking . Good luck

 

[Redshirt]

Five arrests for weed means seven arrests for other things. What were the others for?

 

[Austin]

I'll ask a few lawyers I know if they know anyone. Give me a day or so.

Thanks

 

[Austin]

I think you will actually come across better without an attorney.

Be honest with the judge, sincerity counts. “Yes judge, I did a bit of stupid shit when I was younger. But I’ve matured and keep it clean.” Evidence to show a job, family, home ownership will all be helpful. If you have a clergyman who knows you and can vouch for your character, bring him. +1000 if you have small kids you can take in tow with you to court. Offer to take a drug test; the court probably won’t take you up on that. (But don’t do that if you will test positive . . . !)

An attorney doesn’t really have any legal expertise to bring here and a judge may resent it or feel you have something to hide. The only way you need an attorney is if the judge decides against you. Then get an attorney and file a motion to reargue or commence an Article 78 proceeding. Or, if you want to go for the full Monty, you can challenge by bring a 1983 case in Federal court.

Unfortunately notwithstanding the Heller and MacDonald cases, the current state of the law in New York is that a pistol license is a privilege and not a right. Don’t demand anything. Ask nicely.

And make sure to wear a suit, a tie, hide any tats, etc. Appearances count.

How much would filing a 1983 cost? A small house lol. I'm gonna be positive, I'm going to get it.

 

[Acer-m14]

arrests for weed and now we have free shoot up clinics .. WTF ..

 

[Jem45472]

I got mine in Erie after waiting 10 years for an assault charge that was dropped. Technically legally if yours were violations, it shouldn't be an issue, but it's up to the judge's discretion, and 12 arrests don't look good. Good luck.

 

[GOYABEAN]

arrests for weed and now we have free shoot up clinics .. WTF ..

 

[togmaster]

You might want to give Ami Bellantoni a call and get her opinion.

Second Amendment - New York Gun Rights Attorneys

Experts in pistol licensing, governmental seizures, self-defense related charges, Certificates of Relief, Mental Hygiene Law, and the Constitutional rights affected by governmental intrusion.

bellantoni-law.com

 

[Austin]

Five arrests for weed means seven arrests for other things. What were the others for?

DWI, Dwai, resisting arrest, 2 disorderly conducts and unlicensed operator, feeing an officer and wreckless driving

 

[BDinPutnam]

Oh ok. Putnam I think is a little stricter but I guess it's worth a shot and possibly save a lot of money. How many charges did you have if you don't mind my asking?

What were the 12 arrests for?

As mentioned previously I think- up u till Judge Reitz passed away, there were no meetings or hearings in front of the licensing officer for Putnam County, other than if you were going for an upgrade to unrestricted (ccw) or if you were denied in the first instance. So not sure what your situation is here (or if the process has changed).

 

[Austin]

What were the 12 arrests for?

As mentioned previously I think- up u till Judge Reitz passed away, there were no meetings or hearings in front of the licensing officer for Putnam County, other than if you were going for an upgrade to unrestricted (ccw) or if you were denied in the first instance. So not sure what your situation is here (or if the process has changed).

Thansk.
Well I wasn't denied so far so I'm not sure either, guess ill just go and figure it out lol

 

[BDinPutnam]

Just out of curiosity, I take it you got some kind of notice in the mail?

Wondering what it says on it.

 

[Austin]

Just out of curiosity, I take it you got some kind of notice in the mail?

Wondering what it says on it.

Just says hearing date in front of Judge Rooney

 

[Toecutter]

Ed Rooney?

 

[C3D]

Ok thanks so much. What's you experience, no disrespect just curious.
Thanks again

Have litigated a few 2nd amendment cases and administrative appeals. Disclaimer: Information provided semi-anonymously over the internet never constitutes legal advice you can rely on or forms an attorney client relationship.

 

[Austin]

Have litigated a few 2nd amendment cases and administrative appeals. Disclaimer: Information provided semi-anonymously over the internet never constitutes legal advice you can rely on or forms an attorney client relationship.

Yes I understand that. I just wanted to hear opinions.
Thanks so much for your input