John and Mary Smith were married for 17 years. They celebrated their anniversary with a great home cooked dinner. Unfortunately Mary had a little bit too much to drink. They started to argue and Mary lost her temper and hit John 3 times. John pushed her away; she fell and got a small cut on her forehead, A neighbor called the police. When they came, Mary said, "Forget about it, I love John". The police told John "You're under arrest" and took him away in handcuffs. John spoke with the police, who seemed very nice, and told them that he had pushed her. Mary told the District Attorney and the Court that she did not want to proceed. The District Attorney went ahead anyway and continued to try and convict John.

John learned the hard way.

Rule # 1: Always be respectful of the police.
Rule # 2: Don't volunteer any information.
Rule # 3: If the police ask you questions, tell them that you want to have your own attorney present before answering any questions.
Rule # 4: Do not make "deals" with the Police. They cannot keep their end of the deal.
Rule # 5: Your police interrogator may not tell the truth.
Rule # 6: Your police interrogator may lie and say that he has "evidence" that does not exist.
Rule # 7: Your questioning detective may say he has an interest in helping you. His interest is to ARREST you.
Rule # 8: Do NOT trust your police investigator. He is not your friend.
Rule # 9: None of the police are on your side.
Rule # 10: Talk ONLY to your lawyer.
Rule # 11: Be patient, only your lawyer will help you.
Rule # 12: Have your family get a lawyer that you and your family choose.

Always use a lawyer who is experienced and who works for you.

Joshua Horowitz has been practicing criminal law for over 25 years. He has handled thousands of cases. Mr. Horowitz originally spent eight years in the Kings County District Attorney's Office. He will help handle your case with knowledge and a deep respect for you, his client. Call the Law Office of Jeffrey B. Peltz P.C. at (718) 625-0800 if you would like to schedule a consultation with Mr. Horowitz.