NEW YORK CITY HOMICIDE DEFENSE LAWYER

A homicide charge in New York City is among the most serious accusations in criminal law. The stakes are immense—years or even life in prison—and the prosecution’s resources are vast. You need a defense built on skill, experience, and relentless advocacy.

Evan Hughes has defended clients in complex, high-stakes homicide cases. He brings a trial-tested approach to every case, focused on uncovering weaknesses in the state’s evidence and telling your side of the story.

Understanding Homicide Under New York Law

New York’s Penal Law defines homicide broadly, covering Murder in the First Degree, Murder in the Second Degree, Manslaughter, and Criminally Negligent Homicide.
The key distinction in these charges is intent—whether the act was planned, reckless, or accidental. Prosecutors often rely on circumstantial evidence, statements, or forensics to prove intent, but every case has context that can change its meaning. We make sure the court hears it.

Fighting Homicide Cases in New York

Most homicide cases turn on investigation quality. We scrutinize how police collected and handled evidence, how interrogations were conducted, and whether your constitutional rights were respected. Many cases collapse once these details are examined.

We collaborate with independent forensic and investigative experts when necessary. Whether the defense involves self-defense, mistaken identity, or a tragic accident miscast as a crime, we build a factual, credible case that challenges the state’s narrative.