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Speedy Trial Dismissals
Your right to a speedy trial also includes the prosecution disclosing all evidence within a specified time. Under the discovery reform law, which went into effect on January 1, 2020, prosecutors must turn over all materials “that relate to the subject matter" of the case within a specified period. CPL § 245.20 Automatic Discovery ensures defendants get all the documents and body worn camera footage timely. If this material is late, you can move to get the case dismissed. We can review this footage together to form the best defense for you.
Bad Search Dismissals
Fourth Amendment Violations and Illegal Traffic Stops in New York
Unlawful Vehicle Searches – Know Your Fourth Amendment Rights
Under the Fourth Amendment, law enforcement officers in New York must have either a search warrant or probable cause to legally search your vehicle. Probable cause must be supported by clear evidence—such as witness statements or the officer’s own observations (including smell, sight, or sound). If a police officer searches your car without a valid legal reason, this may constitute a violation of your constitutional rights, and any evidence obtained during that search may be challenged in court.
Illegal Traffic Stops – Lack of Probable Cause
To legally stop a vehicle, police officers must have probable cause to believe a law has been violated. Without a legitimate reason—such as speeding, running a red light, or another traffic infraction—the stop may be deemed illegal. If you were pulled over without justification, any evidence collected during the traffic stop may be suppressed, weakening the prosecution’s case against you.
Protect Your Rights with a Skilled New York Criminal Defense Attorney
If you believe your Fourth Amendment rights were violated or you were the victim of an illegal traffic stop in New York City or Brooklyn, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney. Challenging an unconstitutional search or stop could be the key to getting your charges reduced or dismissed.