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Long Island Manslaughter Charges
Manslaughter is defined as causing the unlawful death of another person without malicious premeditation. If convicted of first degree manslaughter, a Class B felony, the maximum penalty can include up to 25 years in prison. If you or a loved one is being investigated in a manslaughter case, you require a Long Island criminal defense attorney to stand by you, protect your rights and help minimize your exposure. At Jacoby & Jacoby, our
criminal defense attorneys have a combined experience level of 50 years and are ready to aggressively work to set you free or get a reduction in charges against you.
Manslaughter Categories
The categories of manslaughter include:
- Manslaughter in the first and second degree
- Aggravated manslaughter in the first and second degrees
- Vehicular manslaughter in the first and second degrees
- Criminal negligence/aggravated criminal negligence homicide
The penalties for a conviction can be severe, affecting your future even when convicted of a lesser charge, which can include probation, community service and fines. The conviction will remain on your record and make it difficult to find gainful employment or even housing.
Fighting Your Charges with a Long Island Manslaughter Lawyer
If you are brought to a police station for an interview involving manslaughter, do not answer questions posed by police interrogators. Invoke your right to have an attorney at your side and call Jacoby & Jacoby. It may make a difference in the outcome of your case and in your future freedom.
With a skilled and experienced lawyer at your side, you will most certainly increase your chances of a positive outcome to your criminal case. We have the experience and the trial talent you are looking for and will aggressively represent your interests.