Criminal Defense
Experienced representation is essential when facing criminal charges. Conviction of a crime in New Hampshire can have serious and life altering consequences. When accused of a crime, consulting with experienced legal counsel before speaking with law enforcement is paramount.
The key to success in a criminal matter is diligent preparation for trial while at the same time exploring the possibility of a non-trial disposition.
Over the last 35 years, Tony DiPadova has successfully represented many individuals charged with a wide range of criminal offenses. His partner, Alex Scott is a former prosecutor and retired police chief with intricate knowledge of the criminal justice system.
When we represent you, Tony and Alex put their skills to work preparing your defense for trial while negotiating the possibility of a non-trial disposition of the case.
We have handled a variety of criminal cases including the following:
- Theft
- Burglary
- Robbery
- Fraud
- Criminal Mischief
- Drug Offenses
- Disorderly Conduct
- Assault
- Domestic Assault
- Sexual Assault
- Negligent Homicide
- Attempted Murder
- Witness Tampering
Do you need a Criminal Defense Attorney?
Contact Buckley & Zopf today for a consultation.
Penalties
New Hampshire has three basic classifications of offenses, as follows:
VIOLATIONS
Violations are not crimes under New Hampshire law, but are punishable by a fine of up to $1,000.00.
MISDEMEANORS
Misdemeanors are criminal offenses and are separated into two sub categories:
- Class B Misdemeanors are punishable by a fine of up to $1,200.
- Class A Misdemeanors are punishable by a fine of up to $2,000.00 and/or a jail sentence of up to one year.
FELONIES
Felonies are the most serious offenses under New Hampshire Law and are separated into two sub categories:
- Class B Felonies are punishable by a fine of up to $4,000.00 and up to 3 1/5 years to 7 years at the New Hampshire State Prison.
- Class A Felonies are punishable by a fine of up to $4,000.00 and up to 7 1/2 years to 15 years at the New Hampshire State Prison.
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