Powers Law

Have you been accused of a crime? Visit Powers Law at www.dontpleadguilty.net or call us at 631-667-7100 for a free consultation. John T.

Serving Suffolk County, Nassau County and
New York City to handle Family Law, Drunk Driving, S*x Crimes, and Civil Law cases Powers is a member of the Suffolk County Bar Association, and past co-chair of its criminal subcommittee. He is also a member and executive board member of the Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association, as well as the Suffolk and NY State Defenders Associations. With over 40 y

ears of experience in criminal and family legal matters, John T. Powers is the person you can trust to represent you. Initial consultations are available. Powers Law is committed to each and every case, providing aggressive and experienced legal defense. We will make sure you are defended with the best team. Call today to schedule your consultation with Powers Law, P.C.

05/07/2025

Every once in a while it's fair that a law firm should share a success story. I thought this one is worth a share.

Last summer we were retained on an Obstruction of Breathing case that stemmed from a bar fight. Our Client had a significant violent prior that he served his time on over 12 years ago. Since then he has been a model citizen, working two jobs and staying out of trouble.

While out on this night a brawl broke out and our Client insisted that he only pulled another patron away from his brother by the waist during the fight The prosecution initially wanted a plea to the charge and for Client to serve 364 days based entirely on the 12 year old prior. This would be devastating, so we went to work.

After filing motions and carefully reviewing video of the incident we were finally able to convince the prosecution that, in fact, Client was not an aggressor and had not grabbed and choked anyone. We were able to get our Client a well deserved dismissal of the charges.

It was a longer road than we expected, but we all worked together to make sure the right results were achieved.

This profession can be a lonely one where most of the successes never get noticed but are often very significant. Thanks for reading this and indulging me today.

08/16/2024

We are proud to announce our recent move to 2150 Joshua's Path in Hauppauge New York.

Please visit our new website and just a reminder that we can address any of your Family and Divorce Law needs as well as any traffic or criminal court related issues you may have.

Call us at the same number 631-242-2020

06/27/2023

What Are My Rights After I Have Been Arrested?

After you have been arrested, you have the right to remain silent. However, the police do not have to tell you about that essential right until after they put you in custody. That custody line is determined by the court way after the fact.

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/criminal-defense/what-happens-in-the-first-24-hours-after-an-arrest/

06/23/2023

Have You Been Accused of a Theft, Larceny, Assault or Battery?

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/criminal-defense/street-crimes/

06/14/2023

Criminal Defense – Powers Law, P.C. has the experience to handle all criminal matters. Remember, you are presumed innocent in a court of law. Don’t let anyone take that right away from you. Any person can be charged with a crime. The next step is up to you.

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/criminal-defense/criminal-defense-overview/

06/07/2023

Order Of Protection – An order of protection is an order that is issued by the court for one party to stay away from another. There are two types. One is a “stay away” order, which is one party’s order to stay away from the work, home, school, or business of another person.

Learn more here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/order-of-protection/

05/30/2023

Can Someone Have Restrictions Imposed On The Custodial Parent During The Holiday Season For Any Reason?

Occasionally, there’s credence to impose restrictions on a custodial parent. However, most of the time, what we see are sour grapes. For instance, a spouse who is not traveling with the family this year, perhaps for the first time, may not want the other party to go to the vacation destination.

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/family-courts-operating-during-the-covid-era/

05/23/2023

How Does This New Bail Law Impact S*x Crime Cases?

Most s*x crimes are not being considered for release but not everyone falls into that category. For example, the misdemeanor crimes of s*x misconduct and s*x abuse fall into the category of release and desk appearance ticket.

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/how-does-this-new-bail-law-impact-serious-drug-offenses/

05/17/2023

What Are Some Pros And Cons Of This New Bail Law In New York?

There is an ease to the bail process now because you’re not spending the night in jail. In New York State, the law used to be that the judge would give a bail in cash or a bond alternative and a lot of times, the bond alternative was very cumbersome.

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/what-is-the-new-law-as-it-relates-to-bail-in-new-york/

05/12/2023

Possible DUI/DWI Penalties – Penalties vary based on each case and the sentence for DWI, DWAI or DWAI Drugs also varies based on your previous record, how close you had convictions on your record and where you have been charged.

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/criminal-defense/drunk-driving-dwi/

05/03/2023

I’m Facing Domestic Violence Charges Against My Spouse, But There Is No Evidence To Show That She Was Harmed. How Can The Prosecutor Possibly Continue With This Case Against Me?

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/criminal-defense/why-am-i-being-charged-in-a-domestic-violence-related-case-when-my-partner-and-i-were-equally-to-blame-for-harming-one-another/

04/26/2023

I Was Arrested And Charged In A Domestic Violence Case. What Kinds Of Conditions Or Restrictions Will The Courts Put On Me? What Happens If I Violate Any Of Those Terms?

Learn here: https://www.dontpleadguilty.net/criminal-defense/police-called-home-arrested-spot-know-aggressor-actually/

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Located in Deer Park, NY and serving the 5 New York Burroughs, Suffolk County and the surrounding areas, John Powers offers over 13 years of experience in criminal defense for such cases as drug offenses, domestic violence, drunk driving and more. Our office prides its service to clients with returned phone calls and personal, one-on-one sessions.