Criminal Defense

New York Criminal Defense Attorney


Aggravated felonies refer to a broad range of crimes that carry harsh consequences. Currently, aggravated felonies include but are not limited to the following:

  • Rape
  • Child pornography
  • Crimes relating to prostitution
  • Child sexual abuse
  • Murder
  • Crimes relating to violence
  • Firearms and explosives crimes
  • Trafficking of drugs and controlled substances
  • Money laundering
  • Fraud related offenses
  • Theft or burglary offenses
  • Perjury
  • Obstruction of justice
  • Kidnapping and ransom
  • Racketeering
  • Disclosing information relating to national security
  • Smuggling aliens
  • Disclosure of national security information
  • Fraud against individuals or the government
  • Alien smuggling
  • Illegally entry or reentry into the United States
  • Passport fraud
  • Failing to report to serve a prison sentence
  • Bribery, counterfeiting, forgery, or trafficking in vehicles
  • Perjury, witness tampering or obstruction of justice

** This non-exhaustive list serves as examples of crimes that may be considered an aggravated felonies **

If you are facing one of the charges listed above, please contact a New York criminal defense attorney from the Portela Law Firm, P.C. immediately. The firm is comprised of attorneys from diverse backgrounds and has 40 years of combined experience in various areas of the law. Pooling together their resources, associates from The Portela Law Firm, P.C. will aggressively protect your interests and provide professional and compassionate representation to New York's diverse population.

For more information, please contact our office at (212) 965-9458.