Criminal Defense Lawyer Fort Edward NY
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Criminal Defense for Fort Edward and the Surrounding Area
Have you been charged with a DWI, felony, or traffic violation in Fort Edward? As the county seat of Washington County, Fort Edward sits at the crossroads of Route 4, Route 197, and the Champlain Canal, just across the Hudson River from Hudson Falls. It's the felony hub for the entire county, the home of Washington County Court, and a steady volume town and village court. The Law Office of Andrew DeLuca defends clients in Fort Edward Town Court, Fort Edward Village Court, and Washington County Court.
Attorney Andrew DeLuca is here to get you the best outcome possible for your case. He knows how to fight in court and when to negotiate, and he is familiar with the local courts that handle cases in Fort Edward and throughout Washington County.
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Fort Edward DWI Defense
Fort Edward sees a steady stream of DWI arrests on Route 4 between Hudson Falls and Schuylerville, on Route 197 across the bridge to South Glens Falls, and along the Bridge Street corridor connecting the village to Hudson Falls. State Police out of the Queensbury barracks and the Washington County Sheriff regularly patrol these routes, particularly on weekend nights. Criminal and DWI cases are heard in Fort Edward Town Court on the first, third, and fourth Tuesdays at 1:30PM, and in Fort Edward Village Court on Thursdays at 1:30PM, both with Judge Joseph Malvuccio presiding.
Depending on the circumstances, you could be charged with a misdemeanor DWI, Aggravated DWI (BAC of .18 or higher), or a felony DWI if you have prior convictions. Penalties can include loss of license, mandatory ignition interlock, fines, probation, and jail time. An experienced DWI lawyer will investigate the stop, the field sobriety tests, the breath or blood test, and whether your rights were properly protected throughout the arrest.
Fort Edward Speeding Tickets & Traffic Violations
Route 4 carries heavy commuter and truck traffic between Glens Falls, Hudson Falls, and Schuylerville, and Route 197 funnels Saratoga County drivers into Washington County across the Hudson. The corridor is regularly patrolled for speeding, cell phone use, and other moving violations. Points, insurance increases, and potential license suspensions add up quickly, especially for commercial drivers (CDL holders) and out-of-state motorists. Attorney DeLuca regularly negotiates Fort Edward tickets down to non-moving violations or reduced charges, often without you having to appear in court.
What Clients Say
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Misdemeanors & Felonies in Fort Edward
Misdemeanor charges such as petit larceny, drug possession, third-degree assault, and DWI carry up to 12 months in jail and a permanent criminal record. Even a misdemeanor conviction can affect employment, housing, and professional licenses.
Felony cases anywhere in Washington County are transferred to Washington County Court at the Washington County Municipal Center in Fort Edward for grand jury and indictment. That makes Fort Edward the felony hub for every town and village court in the county, from Whitehall and Granville in the north to Cambridge and Greenwich in the south. NY State felony convictions can result in long prison time, fines, probation, parole, and loss of professional licenses. Mr. DeLuca has defended clients on serious felony charges, including murder, and uses his trial experience as leverage to push for reduced charges or dismissal.
Washington County Court also operates specialty parts including the Felony Drug Treatment Court, an option that may be available for certain non-violent felony drug cases as an alternative to incarceration.
Get Represented in Fort Edward Court
If you've been arrested for a DWI, felony, misdemeanor, or have received a traffic violation in Fort Edward, Fort Ann, Kingsbury, Whitehall, Cambridge, or anywhere in Washington County, contact an experienced lawyer who knows the local courts. Attorney Andrew DeLuca offers free consultations to help you understand your charges and the options available to defend yourself.
Call us today for a free consultation at 518-245-9109
Fort Edward Town Court
Fort Edward Town Court hears DWI, criminal offenses, vehicle and traffic violations, small claims, civil matters, and eviction cases arising within the Town of Fort Edward outside the Village.
Fort Edward Town Court
Address: 118 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Phone: (518) 747-5212
Court Sessions: 1st, 3rd & 4th Tuesdays 1:30PM – 6:00PM
Fort Edward Village Court
Fort Edward Village Court hears DWI, criminal offenses, vehicle and traffic violations, small claims, civil matters, and eviction cases arising within the Village of Fort Edward.
Fort Edward Village Court
Address: 118 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Phone: (518) 747-2252
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00AM – 4:00PM
Court Sessions: Thursdays 1:30PM
Washington County Court
Washington County Court at the Washington County Municipal Center in Fort Edward handles all felony cases originating anywhere in Washington County, along with appeals from town and village courts and specialty parts including the Felony Drug Treatment Court.
Washington County Court
Address: Washington County Municipal Center, 383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Phone: (518) 480-6920
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Website: nycourts.gov
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