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  • Michael saved my life. There is no other way to put it . . . Thank you, Michael, for giving me a new day! Assault in the First Degree in Manhattan, August 2016
  • I have a clean record and I will always have Michael to thank for that. Aggravated DWI with an accident in Brooklyn, February 2016
  • Michael was invaluable in helping me through a difficult time. After being arrested with a DWI and losing my job shortly after, I was at my wit's end. DWI with an Accident and Leaving the Scene, January 2016
  • Because of you, I'm driving my kids to school! Thank you!! DWI & DMV Refusal Hearing, August 2015
  • Mike Cibella did an excellent job! . . . When something wasn’t right the day the charge was to be dismissed, Mike hunted down the DA to make it right and end the case with a dismissal. We are grateful to have engaged him. Criminal Mischief, July 2015
  • Michael, I am grateful for your help with the DA and can't thank you enough for what you did for our son. You gave him a second chance . . . Grand Larceny, May 2015
  • Michael could not have done more for me in immediately being available and putting me at ease . . . had a bull-dog-like tenacity that never stopped fighting for my case and had a great court presentation. DWI, March 2015
  • I know a dodged a bullet and it's all thanks to Michael's judgment, experience and hard work! Insurance Fraud, September 2014
  • ... Again, I'm forever grateful. I wish there were better words. THANK YOU! Fraud Investigation, July 2014
  • Thank you for all your hard work and for making this crazy process a little easier to handle. I'm very fortunate to have had you on my side. DWI, February 2014
  • Thank you very much for all that you've done. You made this difficult process very easy for me and I'm doing much better thanks to your help. DWI, December 2013
  • Thank you for saving my career! Investment Bank Trader, Larceny case, July 2011.
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Michael V. Cibella Named by Super Lawyers for 3rd Year in a Row as a Top Criminal Defense Attorney in NYC Area

Rated By super Lawyers Michael V. Cibella

Michael V. Cibella, founding member at the Law Offices of Michael V. Cibella, LLC, has been named one of the top Criminal Defense Attorneys of 2016 in the New York Metro Area by Super Lawyers. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top attorneys in different regions via a multi-phase selection process that involves peer nomination, independent research and peer evaluation. This is the third time Mr. Cibella has been named one of the New York Metro Area top Criminal Defense Attorneys by Super Lawyers as published in the Magazine Section of the New York Times.  Mr. Cibella was also recognized by Super Lawyers in 2014 and 2015.

Michael V. Cibella Named by Super Lawyers for 3rd Year in a Row as a Top Criminal Defense Attorney in NYC Area

Rated By super Lawyers Michael V. Cibella

Michael V. Cibella, founding member at the Law Offices of Michael V. Cibella, LLC, has been named one of the top Criminal Defense Attorneys of 2016 in the New York Metro Area by Super Lawyers. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top attorneys in different regions via a multi-phase selection process that involves peer nomination, independent research and peer evaluation. This is the third time Mr. Cibella has been named one of the New York Metro Area top Criminal Defense Attorneys by Super Lawyers as published in the Magazine Section of the New York Times.  Mr. Cibella was also recognized by Super Lawyers in 2014 and 2015.

Michael V. Cibella Named by Super Lawyers for 3rd Year in a Row as a Top Criminal Defense Attorney in NYC Area

Rated By super Lawyers Michael V. Cibella

Michael V. Cibella, founding member at the Law Offices of Michael V. Cibella, LLC, has been named one of the top Criminal Defense Attorneys of 2016 in the New York Metro Area by Super Lawyers. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top attorneys in different regions via a multi-phase selection process that involves peer nomination, independent research and peer evaluation. This is the third time Mr. Cibella has been named one of the New York Metro Area top Criminal Defense Attorneys by Super Lawyers as published in the Magazine Section of the New York Times.  Mr. Cibella was also recognized by Super Lawyers in 2014 and 2015.

Michael V. Cibella Named by Super Lawyers for 3rd Year in a Row as a Top Criminal Defense Attorney in NYC Area

Michael V. Cibella, founding member at the Law Offices of Michael V. Cibella, LLC, has been named one of the top Criminal Defense Attorneys of 2016 in the New York Metro Area by Super Lawyers. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top attorneys in different regions via a multi-phase selection process that involves peer nomination, independent research and peer evaluation. This is the third time Mr. Cibella has been named one of the New York Metro Area top Criminal Defense Attorneys by Super Lawyers as published in the Magazine Section of the New York Times.  Mr. Cibella was also recognized by Super Lawyers in 2014 and 2015.

Understanding the difference between misdemeanors and felonies

Even if they’ve never had any encounter with the court system, there are certain principles of criminal law with which most people are familiar thanks to popular television shows and films.

For example, most people know police officers will need a warrant to search their home and that they must be read their Miranda rights if they are placed under arrest. Furthermore, most know that a misdemeanor is a lesser offense in the eyes of the law than a felony.

Did you accidentally buy an illegal gun?

Gun and weapons laws are complicated, and it’s easy to make a mistake when purchasing a firearm. For example, you might have a good friend who promises you that the gun he’s selling is legitimate and legal. Nevertheless, you later find out the hard way that you’re in possession of an illegal firearm.

The illegal gun trade is massive throughout the United States and New York and federal authorities are diligent about enforcing gun laws – especially right now. In fact, at the end of February, the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office reported that the New York City Firearms Investigation Unite carried out the largest “gun bust” in the history of Brooklyn.

Collateral consequences of criminal convictions

Over 7 million people are reported to have criminal background information in the state of New York as of the end of 2012 according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, and that number has only increased since then.  This makes up approximately one-third of the population of New York State who may suffer often unexpected collateral consequences as a result of a criminal conviction.

Earlier this month, Michael Cibella, as President of the Kings County Criminal Bar Association, organized a Continuing Legal Education program to examine the myriad of potential collateral consequences of criminal convictions here in New York State. These consequences can affect your right to enter or remain in the United States if you are not a citizen, as well when searching for employment, student financial aid and housing.

New York robbery could have life-altering consequences

Crime impacts many people within the city of New York every year. Many thousands fall victim to various crimes, while others, who either committed a crime or are accused of committing a crime, fall victim to going through the criminal justice system without adequate representation. The more serious the charges and crime, the bigger the risk the accused party takes by working with an overworked public defender.

A subway snatch and run with a twist

Four questions about tax fraud

Allegations of committing a white collar crime are nothing to brush off. Although these crimes are generally non-violent in nature, they can come with harsh criminal penalties. As a result, anyone charged with a white collar crime should take the charges seriously.

The first step is to have a better understanding of the charges. One common white collar crime is tax fraud. Anyone facing tax fraud charges can benefit from the following information.

The power and history of Miranda rights

Almost everyone has heard of their “Miranda” rights, but not everyone may understand the history behind the rights, or even what is specifically granted by these rights. So let’s talk about that today.

Miranda rights are named after a famous Supreme Court case from 1966. The case stemmed from a 1963 arrest of Ernesto Miranda, who confessed to crimes after hours of interrogation. However, the police never informed Miranda of his right to legal counsel, and as such his confession was ultimately inadmissible. The 1966 case gave us “Miranda” rights, and they read as such:

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you.”

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