Being accused of a crime is scary, as it can turn your life upside down—for years, decades, or a lifetime. At Ferro Law Firm, we represent those in York, PA, and surrounding communities who face criminal charges including misdemeanors and felonies. With criminal charges, freedom is on the line, and the accused cannot afford their cases to be handled by anything less than a highly skilled criminal defense lawyer team. Ferro Law Firm is here to fight for every right you are entitled to – we are aggressive; we are passionate; we are authoritative; we are your advocate and your voice!
If you or a loved one are facing a criminal accusation and, ultimately, the possibility of incarceration, are attorneys are ready to become your staunch legal ally! Every state, unfortunately, can list criminal cases that were botched due to mistaken identity, a set-up, legal misconduct, and even misleading forensic evidence—and the list goes on. Be assured, that if there is any intentional or unintentional wrongdoing involved in your case, we will uncover it!
Don't Settle for Anything But the Best
Some defendants choose to represent themselves in their criminal defense cases. This often backfires with devastating results. The long-term consequences of no legal representation, predictably, outweigh the cost of hiring a skilled criminal defense lawyer – one who has the moxie to challenge the state’s evidence, effectively cross-examine witnesses, uncover illegalities, and so much more.
Your name, your reputation, your family’s emotional state, your sanity, and your future are all at stake. Now is not the time to face a possible conviction and jail time when there are legal avenues that can help. Bottom line: the harsher the potential punishment of a criminal case, the more critical it is that the accused is represented by strong legal counsel.
Criminal Defense is What We Do Best
At Ferro Law Firm, our York, PA clients reap the benefits of our team’s collaborative approach. Our proven defense strategies are utilized in cases that range from assault to weapons and drug charges, traffic offenses, and so much more. It’s all about achieving the best possible outcome for every York, PA client we represent.
We are former prosecutors and fierce litigators. As such, we offer strategic advantages to our clients. We aggressively defend against misdemeanor and felony charges at the state and federal levels. As a criminal defense lawyer team, we offer a wealth of knowledge and experience when dealing with:
Drug Offenses
Drug offenses can range from possession, distribution, and manufacturing to trafficking and other offenses. Our criminal defense lawyer team utilizes success-proven strategies to defend against drug offenses of all types. We often advocate for drug treatment as opposed to incarceration. Please call our team to discuss your legal options.
Theft & Property Crimes
When it comes to theft and property crimes, charges of theft by unlawful taking, theft by deception, and receiving stolen property can all come into play. These types of charges can include misdemeanors and felony charges.
Our criminal defense lawyer team has a record of success with reducing or dismissing various types of theft charges, through plea negotiations and Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition, or ARD.
If you or a loved one are facing a theft & property crime charge that involves retail theft, burglary, access-device fraud (using someone’s credit/debit card/account information to make a purchase without permission), or forgery, contact our legal team immediately.
We are here to help you navigate the charges by possibly pursuing dismissal of charges, challenging evidence, or resolving your case without imprisonment and a criminal conviction. As criminal defense lawyers, we understand what laws and evidence come into play for each type of charge, and we use this knowledge to our client’s advantage!
Assault and Violent Crimes
Assault and violent crimes cover a spectrum of situations that could include aggravated assault, simple assault, resisting arrest, recklessly endangering another person, and strangulation. With regards to strangulation, Pennsylvania lawmakers recently passed a new law that makes the penalties for this and some other domestic violence charges far more severe.
The new strangulation statute makes it a felony to choke a domestic partner or family member. This means a strangulation charge could result in more severe consequences. It is no longer required to prove that there was physical injury. Punishment can result in significant periods of incarceration and serious fines. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
Firearms and Weapons
A person convicted of a gun charge in Pennsylvania has the potential of facing a lengthy prison sentence. They may be facing a ‘Possession of a Firearm Not Entitled to Possess One’, ‘Possession of a Firearm by a Minor’, or other firearms and weapons charges. The good news is, there are numerous defenses to these types of charges that can be litigated, both before and during trial. We are here to discuss your case!
Sex Crimes
Sex crimes can range from rape, sexual assault, and corruption of minors to unlawful contact with a minor, endangering the welfare of children, and other offenses. Most sex crimes in Pennsylvania come with severe penalties, including incarceration. At times, we can negotiate a favorable disposition, pursuing an acquittal or a dismissal. Please call our law firm to address your options.
White Collar Crimes
White collar crimes cover a bevy of offenses – from fraud and bribery to embezzlement, computer crimes, forgery, and more. Our law firm has decades of experience with these types of offenses in both state and federal courts.
The quality of the attorney you choose to represent you for your criminal defense case can make the difference between a charge and a conviction. Our attorneys have received numerous accolades, including a prestigious AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and selection as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer for over a decade. Our lawyers are former prosecutors and battle ready. An effective white-collar crime attorney knows both sides, and as such, will thoroughly investigate the facts of your case and utilize strategies designed to garner the best possible outcome.
Our legal team has handled a myriad of white-collar criminal offenses that include wire fraud, money laundering, drug offenses, criminal tax investigations, prescription fraud, and much more.
Traffic Offenses
When convicted of traffic offenses, there are a host of possible consequences, including jail time. Offenses can include driving under suspension, underage drinking, speeding, and more. It is not uncommon for a criminal defense lawyer to obtain a dismissal of the charge or a reduction of the offense, so the motorist has fewer points or a lesser fine. Ferro Law Firm has the authoritative experience required for handling a vast array of different types of vehicle violations.
Expungements
Many people don’t realize their criminal conviction can remain on their record for life – that is, unless they successfully petition for an expungement. Without the expungement of a criminal offense, applying for a job, seeking a rental property, and other everyday pursuits can be severely compromised—all because of a past mistake.
There is a light at the end of the tunnel, however. Our criminal defense lawyer team is highly familiar with the legal steps that can be taken, at times, to erase criminal history blemishes. If it is possible to expunge or seal your criminal record, we will utilize every resource to help you!
Juvenile Crimes & Offenses
In Pennsylvania, a person under the age of 18 is considered a juvenile. Children, unfortunately, commit juvenile crimes and offenses every day, and if your child is one of them, you want the best legal resource possible.
From charges that relate to assault and drug offenses to DUIs and underage drinking, life can turn upside down for all parties involved. Our criminal defense lawyer team fully understands all the options that may reduce penalties and, in some cases, lead to a case dismissal. Though this does not apply in every situation, we can discuss what legal options might be available in your child’s particular circumstances. Give us a call right now!
DUI Offenses
Although a DUI is technically a traffic violation, that doesn’t dismiss its inclusion as a criminal offense category of its own. DUI arrests become a matter of public record. Because of that, future events such employment applications, or approval for loans for a car or home can become real-life challenges.
Then, of course, there are more severe consequences associated with being arrested and charged with a DUI such as jail time, hefty fines that can run into thousands of dollars, and license suspension. The bottom line is this: if you’re facing a DUI charge, you need a seasoned criminal defense lawyer who can help!
In many DUI cases, there are often ways to avoid a criminal conviction. Ferro Law Firm has been successful in having client’s avoid DUI convictions in multiple ways, including dismissal of charges by the DA or the court, not guilty verdicts at trial, successful plea bargains and through the ARD program. Each case is different, but our objective is always the same—find the best result for our client. Avoiding a criminal conviction is often a top goal and we do our best, when possible, to achieve that result.
