New York Bribery Defense Lawyer

Facing bribery charges? Contact an attorney today!

When facing bribery charges, it is important for the alleged offender to turn to a skilled and experienced lawyer. A New York white collar criminal attorney at Conaway & Strickler, P.C. can meet with you for a free initial consultation, to discuss your case and what can be done to protect your rights.

Bribery of a public servant is a serious crime, and the person offering or accepting the bribe may face criminal charges, even if the bribe was not actually given. The value of bribe offered, given or accepted as well as the intended target will affect the specific charges an alleged offender may face. Virtually all instances of bribery, however, are felonies under New York Penal Code. This means a conviction will result in a minimum term of imprisonment of 1 year, in a state correctional facility. For a public official, a bribery conviction may also result in the loss of position and a ruined reputation.

If you have been accused of or are under investigation for bribery, everything you have worked so hard to achieve may be in danger of being lost forever. Be sure that you entrust your case to a competent legal professional who can provide you with the level of counsel you deserve.

Defense Attorney for New York Bribery Charges

Bribery may be charged in the first, second or third degree, and there are also various forms of this offense which may be committed depending on whether the defendant has been charged with receiving or giving a bribe. Following are the basic bribery charges an individual may face in New York:

First Degree Bribery, Bribe Receiving and Bribe Giving - offering, agreeing to, giving, or receiving a bribe intended to influence the act of a public official in regard to the investigation, prosecution, arrest or imprisonment of any person for the commission of a Class A Felony offense. First degree bribery is a Class B Felony, punishable by up to 25 years imprisonment.

Second Degree Bribery, Bribe Receiving and Bribe Giving - offering, agreeing to, accepting, or giving a bribe valued at more than $10,000, intended to influence the act of a public official. Second degree bribery is a Class C Felony, punishable by up to 15 years imprisonment. If the bribe is valued at less than $10,000, this may constitute third degree bribery, punishable by up to 7 years in prison.

If you or someone you know is facing bribery charges, contact a New York bribery defense lawyer at Conaway & Strickler, P.C. for a free consultation.