Law Office of Victor Knapp, Esq.Criminal Defense Lawyer
Queens, New York

Whether they are graded as misdemeanors or felonies, whether they affect juvenile or adult defendants, all criminal charges have one trait in common: they all have the power to result in a conviction which can change the course of your life.

The New York and federal justice system impose very harsh criminal penalties, and if you are convicted, the legal repercussions could turn your life completely upside down. You could be sentenced to months, years, decades, or even life in prison, and could also be fined with thousands or tens of thousands of dollars. You stand to lose your reputation, your career stability, and even your liberty itself.

You also risk receiving a criminal record, which can continue to interfere with your daily life long after your sentence has been served and your fines have been paid. With a record attached to your name, you may experience difficulties in matters of employment, immigration status, housing, being approved for professional certifications, and even your personal relationships. Furthermore, these general penalties do not even begin to address the miscellaneous consequences which can arise out of specific convictions, such as loss of a driver’s license for a DWI, or mandatory listing with the Sex Offender Registry for certain sex crimes

WHY CHOOSE VICTOR KNAPP

The bottom line is that if you have been accused of committing a crime in New York, it is an extremely serious matter which requires immediate attention from a knowledgeable defense attorney who has experience handling the sorts of allegations you are facing now. If you have been charged with a felony or misdemeanor in New York City or Long Island, you can turn to the law offices of Victor Knapp, Esq., for help.

Victor Knapp has more than 40 years of experience representing thousands of clients facing a wide variety of criminal charges, including but not limited to:

• Assault and Battery— Aggravated, Simple
• Credit Card Fraud — Identity Fraud, Identity Theft
• Domestic Violence — Assault, Child Endangerment, Menacing, Stalking
• Drug Charges — Cultivation, Distribution, Possession, Trafficking
• DUI/DWI — Alcohol, Narcotics
• Fraud — Insurance, RICO Charges, Wire, Mail
• Homicide — Aggravated Murder, Manslaughter, Murder, Vehicular Manslaughter
• Internet and Cyber Crime— Computer Fraud, Drug Trafficking, Harassment
• Juvenile Crimes — Juvenile & Adolescent Offenders, Youthful Offenders, Juvenile Delinquents
• Kidnapping — Abduction, Ransom
• Probation Violations — Address Change, Curfew, Drug and Alcohol Testing
• Parole Violations
• Robbery and Burglary — Burglar’s Tools, Criminal Trespass, Shoplifting, Theft
• Sex Crimes — Rape, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Assault
• Vandalism — Criminal Mischief, Graffiti, Property Damage
• Weapons Crimes — Criminal Use, Gun / Firearm Possession, Weapons Possession
• White Collar Crimes — Embezzlement, Medicare/Medicaid Fraud, Money Laundering

Victor Knapp also regularly represents clients who need assistance with related criminal matters, including:

• Appeals & 440 Motions
• Bench Warrants

• Extradition / Rendition
• Grand Jury and Administrative Investigations
• Legal Consultations
• Pending Investigations
• Plea Negotiations
• Record Expungement / Sealing
• Trials

A HISTORY OF SUCCESS

Over his many years practicing criminal law, Victor Knapp has litigated multiple high-profile cases featured in the media, including a highly publicized trial victory where his client was acquitted in the infamous Howard Beach case. He has also represented defendants in other well-known cases, such as Howard “Pappy” Mason, Lorenzo “Fat Cat” Nichols, and “Supreme Team” Kenneth McGriff and Gerald “Prince” Miller.  Appellate victories have included precedent-setting decisions by the New York State Court of Appeals in the areas of DWI and parole revocation.

CONTACT OUR LAW OFFICES

When you need a Queens criminal defense lawyer, Victor Knapp is here to investigate your case, defend your rights, and advocate aggressively on your behalf. With offices conveniently located in Kew Gardens, our practice is uniquely situated to serve clients in Queens, Brooklyn, Long Island, and throughout the five-borough area.