Joseph John Centra - Profile

I specialize in cases involving DWI/DUI, criminal defense, and traffic violations. My legal expertise covers a wide spectrum of offenses, ranging from minor infractions to serious charges such as DWI, violent felonies, white-collar crimes, and drug-related offenses. Over the course of my career, I have managed a diverse portfolio of misdemeanor and felony cases. I began my legal journey as an Assistant District Attorney, starting in the Law and Appeals Bureau. During my tenure in this bureau, I drafted numerous legal briefs and had the privilege of presenting cases in both the Appellate Division of the Fourth Department and the New York State Court of Appeals. Transitioning from the Law and Appeals Bureau, I delved into handling misdemeanor cases and swiftly earned a promotion to the Economic Fraud and Financial Crime Bureau within a year. In the Economic Fraud and Financial Crime Bureau, I tackled a myriad of white-collar felony cases, including grand larceny, embezzlement, and forgery-related offenses. After honing my skills in prosecuting white-collar crimes for about three years, I ventured into the Narcotics Bureau, where I managed a broad spectrum of drug-related arrests, from misdemeanor possession to felony-level possession and distribution. Additionally, I oversaw numerous violent felony cases involving weapon and gun possession. I have successfully navigated various hearings and conducted numerous felony and misdemeanor jury trials. My extensive experience in handling criminal cases has equipped me with the ability to scrutinize every case meticulously, identifying and addressing the legal complexities inherent in each matter. This expertise enables me to provide effective representation and guidance to my clients in all criminal and traffic-related legal issues.