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Serious criminal defense and DWI representation for clients facing high-stakes allegations throughout New York.
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- Criminal Defense
- DWI & Traffic
- Serious Felonies
- Throughout New York
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Facing Criminal Charges? Do Not Face the System Alone.
An arrest, a criminal accusation, a DWI, or a domestic violence allegation is not only a courtroom matter. The consequences of a criminal charge can reach far beyond the case itself.
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Employment
Current positions, background checks and future hiring decisions.
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Professional Licensing
Licenses, certifications and regulatory reporting obligations.
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Driving Privileges
Suspensions, revocations and conditional license restrictions.
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Reputation
Public records and how an allegation is seen by others.
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Family Relationships
Orders of protection, custody concerns and living arrangements.
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Future Opportunities
Education, housing, travel and immigration considerations.
Decisions made in the first days of a case can matter.
Speaking with a defense attorney early helps you understand the process, protect your rights and avoid steps that may complicate your position.
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense & DWI Representation in New York
The practice is concentrated on criminal and traffic matters. Select a practice area to learn how charges of that kind are typically handled and what to consider at the outset of a case.
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DWI / DUI
Defense of driving-while-intoxicated and impaired-driving charges, including chemical test and refusal issues.
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Assault
Representation for misdemeanor and felony assault allegations at every stage of the case.
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Domestic Violence
Careful defense of domestic incident allegations and the related orders that often follow an arrest.
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Drug Crimes
Defense against sale, possession and distribution allegations under New York law.
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Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance
Focused defense of possession charges, including review of the stop, search and seizure.
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Weapons Charges
Defense of firearm and weapon possession allegations, which can carry significant exposure.
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Sex Crimes
Discreet, measured representation for individuals facing sex offense allegations.
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Violent Crimes
Defense for serious allegations involving alleged force, injury or threats.
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Grand Larceny
Defense of theft allegations, from property matters to complex financial claims.
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White Collar Crimes
Representation in fraud, forgery and financial misconduct investigations and charges.
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Orders of Protection
Advocacy for individuals named as respondents in orders of protection.
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Probation & Parole Violations
Defense at violation proceedings where liberty and supervision terms are at issue.
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Traffic Offenses
Defense of serious traffic tickets, suspended-license charges and moving violations.
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New York · Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense
Strategic Defense. Serious Advocacy.
No two criminal cases are the same, and none should be handled from a template. Every matter calls for an individualized strategy, developed after a careful review of the record and a clear understanding of what is at stake for the client.
A defense strategy is shaped by
- The specific allegations
- The evidence and how it was obtained
- The procedural history of the case
- The strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution’s case
- The client’s objectives
- The potential direct and collateral consequences
From arraignment through motion practice, hearings, negotiations and trial, each decision is made deliberately and with the client fully informed.
Why Clients Call
Representation Built on Focus and Accountability
A criminal charge calls for an attorney who knows the system, prepares carefully and keeps you informed. That is how every case here is handled.
Experience
The practice is focused on criminal defense, DWI and traffic matters in New York — the courts, procedures and pressures that come with a pending charge.
Personal Attention
Your case receives careful attention to detail: the facts, the paperwork, and the concerns that matter to you outside the courtroom.
Strategic Defense
Each matter is evaluated on its own record. Strategy is built around the evidence, the procedure and your goals — not a standard script.
Direct Communication
You speak with your attorney. Questions are answered, developments are explained, and decisions are made with you.
DWI & Traffic
New York DWI Defense
A DWI arrest can affect far more than a single court date. These cases can carry criminal exposure alongside administrative and personal consequences that begin almost immediately.
- Criminal exposure
- Driver’s license consequences
- Fines and surcharges
- Insurance consequences
- Employment issues
- Other collateral consequences
Issues commonly reviewed in DWI cases
DWI
Driving while intoxicated charges, including per se and common-law allegations.
DWAI
Driving while ability impaired by alcohol, drugs or a combination.
Chemical Tests
Blood and other chemical testing procedures and results.
Breath Tests
Breath testing devices, calibration and administration.
Field Sobriety Testing
How roadside tests were conducted, observed and recorded.
License Consequences
Suspensions, revocations and DMV proceedings.
Traffic Stops
The basis for the stop and what followed it.
Refusal Allegations
Alleged chemical test refusals and refusal hearings.
Serious Charges
Serious Allegations Require a Serious Defense.
Felony and high-exposure cases move quickly and carry lasting consequences. They call for a defense that is prepared, discreet and attentive to every stage of the process — from the initial charge forward.
Assault
Allegations ranging from misdemeanor assault to felony charges involving alleged serious injury.
Domestic Violence
Cases involving family or household members, frequently accompanied by an order of protection.
Sex Crimes
Sensitive allegations that require discretion, careful investigation and measured advocacy.
Weapons Charges
Firearm and weapon possession allegations, including questions about the search and recovery.
Violent Crimes
Serious felony allegations where the potential exposure demands a thorough, early defense.
Drug Crimes
Possession, sale and related allegations, including review of how evidence was obtained.
The Attorney
Meet Sal Akbulut, Esq.
Sal Akbulut is a New York attorney whose practice is devoted to criminal defense, DWI defense and traffic matters, representing individuals at moments when their liberty, driving privileges, livelihood and reputation may be on the line.
The approach is direct and deliberate. Each case begins with a close review of the facts and the evidence, followed by a clear discussion of the options available and the risks involved. Strategy is shaped around the individual client — not a one-size-fits-all formula.
Clients work directly with Sal throughout their case: thorough preparation, firm advocacy in the courtroom, and clear communication so that sound decisions can be made at every stage.
- Criminal Defense
- DWI Defense
- Traffic Defense
- Courtroom Advocacy
- Individualized Representation
- Direct Attorney-Client Communication
Confidential Consultation
Your Case Deserves Immediate Attention.
If you have been arrested, charged, issued a summons, accused of a crime, or are concerned about a pending criminal matter, contact the office to discuss your situation.