Posted On: March 18, 2008

Retain a Long Island Criminal Lawyer if You Are Arrested Like Glen Rice, a Former Knick

Accused of assault on a man he found in his home, Glen Rice was apprehended by police in Miami. Rice is the former basketball star who played at the University of Michigan and in the NBA for several teams.

Rice surrendered to police after an incident at his estranged wife's home. Rice entered the home and confronted his wife about a man he found in a closet in the house. He demanded to know the identity of the individual who was crouching in the closet in the master bedroom. He obviously suspected that the man was involved with his ex since he seem to have something to be afraid about.

Rice attacked the man in the closer who was identified as Alberto Perez, 37. He ran from the residence and called police. Perez suffered injuries which sent him to a local hospital where he received nine stitches.

When faced with charges like these it is important to have a Nassau County Crimimal Lawyer in your corner. Someone who knows the law and can protect your rights is a must for you or a family member.


Rice was charged with felony battery and released after posting $5,000 bond. According to police he was treated the same a anyone else and not given star treatment.

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Posted On: March 14, 2008

A Queens Criminal Lawyer Will Defend You If You Are Charged With a Crime

Twin stars, Cole and Dylan Sprouse, need to find a new manager. Josh Werkman will be off to jail for selling alcoholic beverages to a minor and child molestation. Werkman is the twins manager and producer of their two most recent movies. He was sentenced on the 2nd of April.

The Sprouse twins star is The Disney Channel's show, "The Sweet Life of Zack and Cody."

Neither Disney's nor Merimark's representatives had any comment. Werkman was charged with more serious crimes but the charges were reduced.

A Queens Criminal Attorney can help you or a family member if charged with sexual assault.

Werkman must register as a sex offender according to prosecution and could face serious jail time. He did admit to bad judgment in the case and seemed to be contrite.


The firm of Stephen Bilkis & Associates with six convenient locations in the Metropolitan Area can be of invaluable assistance to you if you find yourself arrested and charged such as in this case. Facing charges without professional representation gives you very little chance to get the hearing and defense you deserve.

Posted On: March 12, 2008

Queens Criminal Lawyer Defended Dad Who Was Arrested for April 16, 1974 Murder–Arrested Again after 30+ Years as Fugitive– Thinking His Case Was Settled

In 1974, Colombian immigrant German Solano Perez shot Autoro Fortuny. Perez’s wife had daughter with Fortuny, whom Perez was raising as his own. Fortuny came to Perez home seeking to see his daughter. A fight ensued, and Perez shot Fortuny six times.
Queens Criminal lawyer attorney Stephen Bilkis was Perez’s defense attorney when in 1974 he pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter. The judge release Perez on his own recognizance. But Perez didn’t appear when his sentencing date arrived, because of the language barriers, he thought his case had been settled. Attorney Bilkis said, “My client thought he was sentenced to probation 32 years ago.”

Attorney Bilkis said, “He wasn’t hiding from anyone.”

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Posted On: March 11, 2008

YOU’LL NEED A LONG ISLAND CRIMINAL LAWYER IF YOU’RE CAUGHT WITH PRESCRIPTION NARCOTICS WITHOUT A PRESCRIPTION LIKE HEIDI FLEISS

Police say they got a call warning of a possible drunk driver. When Nye County Sheriff's deputies pulled the car over, they discovered it was being driven by none other than Heidi Fleiss. Cops say during the traffic stop they found prescription narcotics for which Fleiss was unable to produce a valid prescription.
Fleiss, 42, and a passenger in the car, John Owen, were found to be under the influence of a controlled substance, the sheriff's office said. Fleiss was arrested on four counts, including possession of dangerous drugs without a prescription and driving under the influence. Owen, 53, was arrested on charges of being under the influence of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana.

Neither Fleiss nor Owen had any comment on the arrest and it is unknown whether or not they have legal representation. Owens is an unknown and attempts to reach him have gone unanswered.
If you are arrested on Long Island and charged with these offenses and don’t have the services of a Long Island Criminal Lawyer, you run the risk of incurring severe penalties. Without professional representation you will not be aware of your rights and may suffer needlessly.

Fleiss lives west of Las Vegas and has been involved in the ownership of a laundry business in Nye County. She, of course, was the LA madam of ill repute.

The Firm of Stephen Bilkis & Associates with six convenient locations in the Metropolitan Area can be of invaluable assistance to you if you find yourself in this type of legal action. Having first rate legal advice and representation could be the difference between incarceration and freedom.

Posted On: March 11, 2008

One Time NFL Quarterback Josh Booty Detained.

Orange County police had to wrestle once NFL quaterback Josh Booty to the ground after stopping and pulling over his car. He was tased and suffered injuries but was finally subdued. He was suspected of DUI.

After being pulled over, Booty became belligerent and had to be brought under control by the cops.

Booty's younger brother is the QB at USC and currently works an a sportscaster on radio and TV.

Booty was released several hours later with a citation advising him of a date to appear in court, Brotheim said. He left with black eye which he suffered in the station when he fell and hit his head on a desk.

The advice and council of a Long Island Criminal Lawyer is crucial if you or a member of your family has been detained by the authorities and faces prosecution. Lack of representation could cost you or a loved one dearly. Make sure you have someone on your side that knows your rights and will fight for them.

The firm of Stephen Bilkis & Associates with six convenient locations in the Metropolitan Area can be of invaluable assistance to you if you find yourself in a DWI or other vehicle-related events. Facing charges without professional representation can be chancy.

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Posted On: March 10, 2008

Bobby Brown May Face Cocaine Possession Charges

Whitney Houston's former husband, Bobby Brown is back in court. He was appearing in Brockton, Mass. concerning a charge which hasn't been made as of yet.

The court is still deliberating over whether or not to charge Brown with possession of cocaine. Brown showed up thinking he would have to defend himself against the charges but as it turns out the decision of authorities will take anywhere from a few days to a week to come down,

Brown has been in and out of trouble for the last number of years, keeping his lawyers very busy.

If you or a family member is in this situation, a Long Island Criminal Lawyer is certainly someone you should be consulting. You stand a much better chance of having the charges dropped with a skilled and knowledgeable lawyer in your corner. Lack of representation can have disasterous results for you or a loved one.

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Posted On: March 1, 2008

Elisha Pinckney Retains Stephen Bilkis

An Arlington woman was arrested for beating her 7-year-old stepson with a broom for eating before dinner, authorities said yesterday. Elisha Pinckney, 20, repeatedly struck the boy in their apartment on Grandview Avenue near Brabant Street at about 5 p.m. Sunday, sources said.
The defendant, Ms. Pinckney has retained the services of Stephen Bilkis and Associates. She is now certain that her rights will be protected and that her side of the story comes to light. Having a Queens Criminal Defense Lawyer to defend you in a situation such as this is absolutely essential.
When the boy went to school the next day, officials noticed bruises on his arm. The boy told them what had happened, and they called police.

Pinckney was arrested that day and charged with assault, said a spokesman for the Staten Island DA's Office.

The firm of Stephen Bilkis & Associates with six convenient locations in the Metropolitan Area can be of invaluable assistance to you if you find yourself arrested and charged such as in this case. Facing charges without professional representation gives you very little chance to get the hearing and defense you deserve.