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]]>Cardi B’s legal battle isn’t over yet. Her potential jail time, possibility of more plea deals and what she can expect to face in her next court appearance on May 31 were all discussed by three criminal defense attorneys based in New York — who EXCLUSIVELY spoke with HollywoodLife. On April 19, the Grammy-winning rapper pulled up to the Queens Criminal Court in a fabulous Christian Siriano outfit to refuse an offer to plead guilty to one misdemeanor count in relation to the alleged attack on two female bartenders, Jade and her sister Baddie G, at a Queens strip club in Aug. 2018.
Cardi, 26, allegedly believed one of the bartenders slept with her husband, Offset, who was performing with Migos at the Angels Strip Club. Cardi was accused of ordering her entourage to attack the two bartenders, and the rapper turned herself into the New York Police Department on Oct. 1, 2018. The plea deal offered on Friday would’ve reportedly guaranteed no jail time and a conditional discharge for Cardi.
HL: Can you explain what happened today in court?
Petrus: “She rejected the plea offer. Pleas must be accepted in court, on the record, and in public to be good under law. Not accepting the plea is tantamount to rejecting it at least for the time being.”
HL: What happens on her next court date which is set for May 31?
Petrus: “If the case is set for trial and the People are ready for trial, then the case should proceed to a trial courtroom for a jury to be picked.”
HL: What kind of trouble could she be in?
Petrus: “The maximum penalty is one year in jail or up to three years on probation.”
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]]>Cardi B, 25, may be in some serious hot water now that she turned herself in to the New York Police Department after an alleged attack on two female club bartenders. The rapper was at Angels Strip Club back in Aug. 2018 to watch her husband, Offset, perform with Migos on the night of the incident, and she allegedly told her crew to attack the women with bottles and chairs after rumors swirled that one of them had slept with Offset. The women were apparently injured but did not go to the hospital and Cardi denied any involvement at first but now she seems to be stepping forward and taking responsibility. Despite her smart decision to admit any alleged wrongdoings in the situation, Cardi’s actions could cause her to face some pretty rough charges that could lead to jail time and large payouts.
“Cardi B received a desk appearance for reckless assault, misdemeanor offensive, and she’s released to the 109 Precinct,” the NYPD shared in a statement. “She was given a desk appearance ticket and she’s going to appear at a later date and the charges were for assault and reckless endangerment. She’s been released and wasn’t put through the system.”
HollywoodLife.com spoke EXCLUSIVELY with three New York criminal defense attorneys who told us what Cardi most likely went through after turning herself in and what she can expect when it comes to her upcoming fate. “Cardi B received what is called a Desk Appearance Ticket (DAT), which means she was given a future date to return to court to face the charges,” New York criminal defense attorney Julie Rendelman explained. “The DAT is very common for misdemeanor charges as long as the individual charged does not have any prior warrants. Keep in mind, that in order to get the DAT, she had to submit to a photograph being taken of her, as well as her fingerprints being taken. Turning herself in was the right move. Had she not, then a warrant would likely have been issued for her arrest. This would mean she could potentially be picked up by the authorities and brought before a judge where bail could be set. Unlike the DAT, that process can take many hours.”
Rendelman continued sharing her professional opinion by explaining that the type of charges Cardi faces could lead up to spending a year in jail depending on whether or not she’s had any past run-ins with the law. “It appears she is currently facing charges for ‘A’ misdemeanors,” she continued. “The maximum an individual can receive for an ‘A’ misdemeanor is up to one year in jail if convicted. However, if she has no prior contacts with the system, or even minimal contacts, it is extremely unlikely that she will be convicted of the misdemeanor, let alone see any jail time.”
New York criminal defense attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr. agreed with Rendelman about Cardi’s possibility of jail time. “Cardi B is facing a criminal charge, so it must be taken seriously,” Petrus said. “She could face jail time of up to one year or up to three years probation.” Michael J. Palumbo is a New York criminal defense lawyer who is an expert in criminal procedure law, auto crime defense, and defense of traffic violations and he, too revealed information about the jail time Cardi is facing.
“Both reckless endangerment and Assault 3rd (the lowest grade of assault) are Class ‘A’ misdemeanors,” Palumbo explained. “Each carry a maximum of one year in prison, so she could potentially do two years in prison if she were sentenced to 2 years concurrent (i.e., she starts one sentence upon completing the other). She could also be sentenced to two years probation should she be found guilty of a Class ‘A’ misdemeanor or one year probation in lieu of incarceration. However, this is only if she is found guilty of one or both of the Class ‘A’ misdemeanors, or as we call it being found guilty of the ‘top charge.’ The criminal justice system is predicated on plea bargaining to lesser and included charges, which is likely what would happen in her case.”
All three attorneys also pointed out that Cardi could be sued by the injured women and may or may not end up dishing out a lot of money depending on how things go in court. “She could definitely be sued by these women, but it’s hard to say how much as it depends on the extent of their injuries in large part,” Petrus said. “Fines for criminal cases, if any, are nominal,” Rendelman told us. “For a criminal fine, you are talking less than $300.00. However, they could ask her to pay medical bills if there are any. In terms of civil, the only monetary payment would be if there was a settlement or the alleged victims won at trial.”
“Anyone assaulted by her or her group has one year to commence the action,” Palumbo added. “How much ‘pain and suffering’ one can recover will turn on the level of personal injury sustained. Inasmuch as the level of injury for a Class ‘A’ misdemeanor assault is no more than strains, strains, scratches, bruising, and minor bleeding, I would say that the damages for pain and suffering would be on the lower end of the scale – less than $100k and likely around $50k. In addition, the venue could also sue for special damages if their property was damaged in any way.”
“In terms of civil liability, as the alleged victims already have hired an attorney, it seems clear that they are interested in suing Cardi B,” Rendelman continued. “Most of these types of cases end in settlements. The amount of any type of settlement depends on many factors, including the actual injuries that resulted from the alleged assault and the strength of the evidence. Alleged complainants in civil suits can seek millions of dollars to resolve the case, although suing for millions doesn’t mean at the end of the day, that’s what they will receive.”
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]]>The Law Office of Paul D. Petrus, Jr. & Associates is known for handling drug crimes. If you are charged with marijuana trafficking, then Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr. is your best choice. He will study your case and represent you wisely. The Law Office of Paul D. Petrus Jr. & Associates serves in Manhattan, Queens and the Bronx in New York. Call 212-564-2440 for a consultation with Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr.
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]]>The penalty imposed for illegal possession of prescription drugs depends on the kind of drug involved, its volume and the number of convictions obtained by the offender. Illegal possession of prescription drugs range in severity from 4th to 1st degree offenses. A person is liable for the charges and penalties of illegal possession of prescription drugs when:
The following penalties are enforced for illegal possession of prescription drugs:
Attorney Paul D. Petrus, Jr. is known for experience, hard work and consistency. He is a specialized drug crime attorney who reviews your case, explains your options, and advises you of the possible consequences. He will fight for mitigating, lowering, or dismissing the charges against you. Call today at 212-564-2440 or email at [email protected].
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]]>Lack of consent is an important factor in a forcible touching case. To charge or convict a person of forcible touching, the prosecutor does not need to show physical force was used or that the victim was threatened. It is also not necessary for the prosecutor to show during the incident the victim did not have the capacity to consent. To convict a person of forcible touching, it is enough for the victim to testify that he or she did not consent to touching.
Forcible touching does not require penetration, but intentionally touching another person’s intimate parts without their consent. Intentionally means the touching was done consciously or purposely. Studies reveal that in most of forcible touching cases the accused is a relative or friend of the victim’s family.
Forcible touching is a sex crime and a Class A misdemeanor. Penalties may result in a jail sentence up to one year. It can also have consequences as one will have a criminal record and his/her name will be placed in the offender registry. Being convicted of forcible touching may also affect professional and personal relationships.
If you have been arrested and charged with forcible touching, then contact a New York criminal defense attorney. Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr. can help with his extensive experience in a variety of criminal areas. He works in federal and state courts. Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor or the most complicated federal crime, Attorney Petrus will be prepared to represent you. Call 212-564-2440 for a consultation.
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]]>Penalties for AUO
The three degrees of AUO and its penalties are:
Third Degree AUO: If you are driving with knowledge that your license has been suspended or revoked, then you will be charged under third degree AUO. Penalties include maximum fines up to $500 and 30 days jail time.
Second degree AUO: Second degree AUO includes failure to pay fines or appear in court for your AUO hearing. Second degree AUO also includes being accused of repeated traffic violations or operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Penalties include at least a $500 fine and jail time up to 180 days.
First degree AUO: First degree AUO is when you are operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs and have a record of second degree AUO offenses. Penalties include up to $5000 in fines, and undefined jail time or probation.
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Driving while your license is suspended or revoked is illegal. It is advised to consult an experienced NY criminal defense attorney. Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr., a criminal defense attorney in NY, can handle any type of criminal defense case. If you need assistance for your AUO case, then contact the Law Office of Paul D. Petrus Jr. and Associates, P.C. at 212-564-2440. You can also send an email to [email protected] .
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]]>Hate crimes threaten the safety and welfare of New York citizens. New York State has become more aggressive in prosecuting hate crimes. Possible sentences for hate crimes include:
If you have been charged with a hate crime, then you need a criminal defense attorney. Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr. is a criminal defense attorney in New York. He has knowledge of New York hate crime laws. Call 212-564-2440 for a consultation with Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr.
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If you are convicted of a DWI offense in NY, then contact an experienced DWI attorney. Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr., a DWI attorney in NY has years of experience handling drug related offenses in NY. He will work hard on your behalf for the best outcome. Call 212.564.2440 for a free consultation with Attorney Paul D. Petrus Jr.
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