Stephanie Selloni is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer who represents people accused of crimes in Nassau County, Suffolk County and New York City. She has resided in the area for more than 25 years.

Stephanie Selloni is a graduate of The State University of New York (SUNY) in Stony Brook, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She then attended the Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in Huntington on merit-based scholarship. She was honored for her writing while attending and graduated with her Juris Doctor.

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"My name is Annika and a few years ago Ms. Selloni represented me. She was on top of everything, I didn't have to call her to fine out what’s going on with my case. If I had any question in mind she would some how call me first like she was reading my mind. Ms. Selloni is very responsible and she takes care of you like you were a family member, I would recommend her to anyone and everyone that needed help."

Annika
"At a time when my wife and I were at wits end with my son, who had gotten into trouble Stephanie took our case. She was understanding and worked to get his case reduced and dismissed. She realized he had made only this one mistake and was not a bad child. She kept us informed of every step. I consider her to be top notched and the best attorney anyone could hire. I recommend her to anyone needed her services."

Louis
"She is a good attorney, I have used her on several criminal cases and have had good results She is not scared to speak up against prosecutors or judges. I have recommended several clients to her and they all had good outcomes and were very pleased with her services. Her fees are very reasonable. And she calls her clients back not like other attorneys that don’t respond back."

T.R.
"I was facing 15 years in jail, and only ended up spending 8 hours Thanks to Stephanie Selloni. She has reasonable rates, and very professional. I would definitely recommend her to others."

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Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 5th degree

Nassau County, NY 2018

FACTS: Client was pulled over by police for a traffic violation. Police noted an odor of marijuana and asked my client to exit the vehicle. Client volunteered information to police, that he had marijuana and cocaine in the vehicle. The Nassau County District Attorney has taken a hard stance on drug possession, especially in light of the current Opioid crisis. There are often no plea bargaining options, only Drug Treatment Court. Otherwise, they are holding defendants to the charge or possibly reducing to a misdemeanor drug possession.

RESULT: In this case, I demanded the lab results after several months of not receiving them. Once lab results received, it was found that the cocaine was not felony weight. Then after several months of negotiating, I was able to get the charge reduced to a non-criminal violation disorderly conduct, keeping my client’s criminal record clean.

Grand Larceny

Nassau County, NY 2018

FACTS: This young lady became involved, unbeknownst to her, in a bank scam. An acquaintance asked her if she was interested in making some money. He asked her for her bank card and pin number and said he would take care of the rest. The acquaintance gave the bank card back to her several days later and told her that there was $2,500 in her account and that she should withdraw it as soon as possible. She withdrew the money and then came back a week later to check on her account. She was told by the bank that her account had been closed for a fraud investigation. She was contacted by police and surrendered after they asked her to come to the Precinct.

RESULT: The DA would only initially reduce the charge to a misdemeanor with the condition of 3 years of probation. We decided not to stop there because I knew we could do better. So I had my client gather character letters, college transcripts, community service proof as well information regarding her professional plans for the future. I took this information to a Supervisor and was eventually able to get a disorderly conduct offer, a non-criminal violation, keeping my young client’s criminal record clean.

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DWI; Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the First Degree

Nassau County, NY 2018

FACTS: This was the client’s 3rd offense involving driving while under the influence of alcohol. He refused to take the breath test. He was also charged with felony aggravated unlicensed operation, for allegedly not paying Driver Responsibility fees on prior DWI. At trial, I was able to prove that my client was not intoxicated and did not have reason to know his license was suspended. I was able to convince the judge that the police made a bad stop and arrest of my client. This, along with video of my client performing well on the standard field sobriety tests and his refusal to take the breath test, his testimony and a mix up with the defendant’s name at DMV, was enough to show that the Prosecutor could not prove his case beyond a reasonable doubt.

RESULT: Acquittal after a Bench trial on Felony DWI and Felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation charges

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Criminal Defense Lawyer in Nassau County, NY

If you were arrested in Nassau County or Long Island, NY, then contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at Law Office of Stephanie Selloni. Stephanie Selloni has focused her career on defending individuals against felony and misdemeanor offenses in Nassau County and throughout Long Island. Her office is conveniently located in Garden City, NY. Call 516-972-1212 today for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your case either over the phone or in the office.

A criminal accusation is a serious matter. Without the proper representation, you might face the consequences handed out by the judge including an adjudication of guilt or a criminal conviction, possible incarceration, fines and court costs, or a lengthy term of probation. A criminal allegation also comes with different collateral consequences that can last a lifetime. Having a criminal record can lead to the loss of certain liberties including the right to possess a firearm, vote, travel outside of the United States, obtain student loans, or pursue certain types of professions.

If you were arrested for any misdemeanor or felony offense, then you have many important rights. You have a right to be free of unreasonable searches and illegal interrogations. You have a right against self-incrimination and the right to a fair and speedy trial. Perhaps most importantly, you have a right to have the attorney of your choice represent you in court. The role of the criminal defense attorney is to help you obtain the best possible result while ensuring that your rights are protected at every stage of the case.

Stephanie Selloni is a dedicated criminal defense attorney in Nassau County, NY, who fights for the rights of her clients. She will diligently review your case, find any favorable evidence and work to show the holes in the prosecution's case against you. Stephanie Selloni will fight to help you obtain the best possible result in your case.

Exclusively Dedicated to Criminal Defense in Long Island, NY

Stephanie Selloni is a graduate of the State University of New York at Stony Brook, where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree, and of the Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in Huntington, where she earned her Juris Doctor. She has devoted her career to criminal defense to protect people from overzealous police officers and prosecutors. She is also a skilled trial attorney who enjoys taking difficult cases to trial before a judge or jury.

Stephanie Selloni's practice is focused exclusively on representing clients charged with felony, misdemeanor, and DWI charges in Nassau County, Long Island, and the surrounding areas of New York, including Suffolk County and all five boroughs of New York City. By focusing exclusively on fighting criminal accusations, Stephanie Selloni provides her clients with an effective and aggressive defense at each stage of the case.

She works closely with her clients. She listens carefully to their concerns so that she can help them fight for the best possible result. Thorough preparation for pre-trial negotiations, motions hearings and trials is essential for success. That focus helps Stephanie Selloni provide zealous representation for her clients each time she steps into the courtroom.

Representing Professionals Charged with a First Offense

For certain types of professionals, the accusation itself can be career ending. In some cases, the professional licensure issues play a major role in the way the case is ultimately resolved. Stephanie Selloni is experienced in representing professionals charged with a first-time offense. Those professionals include nurses and other health care professionals, teachers and other certified educators, certified public accountants, lawyers and law school students, law enforcement officers and civilian employees of those agencies and members of the military.

She also represents high school and college students who face disciplinary action after the arrest, even if the offense occurred off campus. The stakes are also higher for individuals with a concealed firearm or concealed weapons permit. When the stakes are high, make sure your criminal defense attorney is experienced in protecting you from the direct and collateral consequences of the accusation.

Experienced DWI / DWAI Defense Attorney in Nassau County, NY

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a very common offense in Garden City and throughout Nassau County. People are arrested every day and night, whether driving back from the city on the Long Island Expressway or on the city streets of Uniondale or Levittown. Charges can include DWI, aggravated DWI, or DWAI.

A DWI arrest or conviction has very serious consequences. You will lose your license, pay thousands in fines and fees and, depending on the charge and the number of prior convictions, be forced to have an ignition interlock device or even spend time in jail. Just because you were arrested for drunk driving, however, does not mean you will inevitably suffer these punishments. Like any other criminal charge, a person facing DWI charges has rights, including a right to an attorney.

Whether your case involves a DWI breath test, blood test, or refusal to submit to testing, Stephanie Selloni can help. Your lawyer can challenge each piece of evidence including the BrAC or BAC test results or the alleged refusal to submit to chemical testing. Your attorney can file motions to contest the legality of the initial stop, the prolonged detention or the arrest.

Your criminal defense attorney can also negotiate with prosecutors to seek reduced the charges and the conditions of probation. Stephanie Selloni can also represent you in an administrative license suspension hearing so that you can properly protect your driver's license.

Pursuing the Most Favorable Outcomes Including a Case Dismissal

Prosecutors have a heavy burden. At trial, the prosecutor must prove every single element of their case beyond a reasonable doubt. The defense lawyer does not have to prove anything. Criminal defense attorneys do have an important job. The attorney must protect the rights of the person accused, move to suppress or exclude prejudicial evidence, negotiate the best possible resolution on a pre-trial basis, and argue for the "not guilty" verdict at trial.

Protecting the rights of the accused could involve challenging evidence illegally obtained by police in Long Island. Evidence, like the actual narcotics in a drug case, is usually discovered as the result of a search. To search anywhere a person would have a reasonable expectation of privacy, the Long Island police must have probable cause, which usually requires a warrant.

If they fail to follow strict procedures, the evidence they find as a result of that search may be inadmissible in court. Without that evidence, prosecutors may not have enough to prove a case beyond a reasonable doubt. In those cases, the prosecutor may have no choice except to reduce or dismiss the charges.

Finding a Criminal Defense Attorney in Nassau County, Long Island, NY

If you face criminal charges in Nassau County or anywhere in Long Island, you need a dedicated criminal defense lawyer in Garden City, NY, on your side. Stephanie Selloni represents clients for felony offenses, misdemeanor offenses, or violations. She also represents clients on traffic tickets throughout Nassau County. She is experienced in representing clients in the County Court in Mineola in Nassau County and the District Court of Nassau County in Hempstead, NY.

She has represented client arrested throughout Nassau County including the City of Glen Cove and the City of Long Beach. She has also represented clients arrested throughout the many towns, incorporated villages, and unincorporated hamlets of Nassau County, NY. Stephanie Selloni represents clients arrested by the Nassau County Police Department or one of the thirteen local police departments in Centre Island, Floral Park, Freeport, Garden City, Great Neck Estates, Hempstead, Kensington, Kings Point, Lake Success, Lynbrook, Malverne, Muttontown, or Old Brookville, NY.

Stephanie Selloni fights for the rights of her clients. She will seek to have your charges reduced or dismissed. When pre-trial negotiations are not acceptable, she is prepared to take the case to trial to obtain the "not guilty" verdict. Call Law Office of Stephanie Selloni today at 516-972-1212 to set up a consultation.