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Should I Hire a Lawyer If My Gun Was Found During a Traffic Stop or Vehicle Search?
Yes. A firearm found during a traffic stop often raises important Fourth Amendment issues. Police need a lawful reason for the stop and legal grounds to search the vehicle. A traffic violation does not automatically give officers the right to search your car, trunk, bags, or other personal property.
Matthew Cohan and his team review dash-camera and body-camera footage, police reports, consent forms, dispatch records, and the location of the firearm. They look for an unlawful stop, an invalid search, coerced consent, or a search that went beyond the officer’s legal authority. If the court suppresses the firearm, the State may lose critical evidence against you.
Look for a New York criminal defense lawyer with experience handling reckless driving charges and their license consequences. Matthew Cohan and his team review police accounts, dashcam footage, traffic conditions, speed evidence, and witness statements. The Law Offices of Matthew Cohan challenges the prosecution’s evidence and works to protect your criminal record and driving privileges.
Learn moreGrand Larceny (theft over $1,000) is a felony. The degree depends on the value stolen. Grand Larceny in the First Degree (over $1M) is a Class B felony carrying up to 25 years in prison.
Learn moreYes. Contact an SEC defense lawyer promptly to review the subpoena, identify deadlines, and prepare your response. Preserve relevant records and seek legal advice before speaking with investigators. Matthew Cohan and his team handle SEC investigations, manage agency communications, and prepare clients for document production and testimony.
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