Queens, NY Autism Criminal Defense
Social interactions can be particularly challenging for individuals with autism. Understanding social norms and nonverbal cues can be challenging for anyone, with layers of ambiguity masking true intentions. Unfortunately, this may elicit certain types of behavior that are considered inappropriate or offensive to others, even if autistic individuals are unaware of this fact. This may be the case with romantic relationships or with a natural curiosity in the behavior of others that may be visible online. This leaves some individuals with higher risks of inappropriate sexual behavior, whether with online activity or in-person interactions that can lead to charges filed against them.
Criminal defense has continued to develop in relation to cases involving autism. In many legitimate cases, autism has been presented as a mitigating factor in criminal court for sexual harassment or other related cases. Despite several cases with favorable rulings of autism defense, many people may not know that they could be defended in such a manner. While individuals with autism are fully capable of committing a crime with wrongful intentions, there is also the full potential for a case to be dismissed when the lack of hurtful intent is portrayed as a defense.
About Our Autism Lawyer Services
If you or your loved one has unknowingly committed unlawful behaviors, the law office of Harrington & Mahoney can help. We have specialized in representing autistic individuals in New York with a successful defense against criminal charges. As an autism criminal defense firm, our lawyers are well-versed in accurately determining and portraying whether autism is a reasonable defense in court.
We strive to support every client to the maximum potential. However, although we cannot guarantee any outcome outright, we do promise to work exhaustively to form the most competent defense for your case. Whether this results in having the charges completely dropped, achieving a not guilty verdict, or requesting therapy as punishment without jail time, our team of autism defense lawyers will do everything possible to secure a favorable outcome.
Contact Us to Discuss Autism Criminal Defense
If you are facing criminal charges but seek defense for your innocence, please contact our autism criminal defense team today. We'll schedule your free consultation to review the details of your case and see if we are well-suited to take on your case. We serve clients across New York State, from Queens to Buffalo. We'll also answer any questions you have about our firm and the legal process so that you can be confidently prepared for everything ahead.
