Queens County Criminal Court

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If you are facing criminal charges in Queens and must appear in court, it is important that you adequately prepare. Not only can this minimize your stress levels, but it can also help to make sure that you are abiding by best practices while in court.

Tips to Remember Before Showing Up for Your Court Date

• Show Up On Time
• Figure Out Your Transportation
• Dress Appropriately
• Pay Attention in Court

Show Up On Time - As a general rule in NY courts, you are to be in the courtroom by 9:30am. The judge will typically call your case according to the order in which your lawyer signed it in, meaning your case will not be called until your attorney arrives in court. This does not mean, however, that you can show up whenever your representative does.

Figure Out Your Transportation - It is highly recommended that you take public transportation via the bus or subway. Take the “F” and “E” trains from Union Turnpike. The Courthouse is one block East of Queens Blvd. If you will be driving yourself, you need to allow extra time to find parking. There are only private lots with limited space available on the west side of Queens Boulevard. There is also street parking as well, however, it can be more time-consuming to try to find those spots and you might end up late to Queens County Court.

Dress Appropriately - You do not have to wear something fancy, but you do need to look professional and well-groomed. Wear an outfit that is clean, fits properly, and demands respect. It may be good idea to determine your outfit the night before and give yourself plenty of time to get ready the morning of your court date.

Pay Attention in Court - When you are waiting in court for your case to be called, you do not want to create any sort of conflict with the Court Officers. This means you need to be alert, avoid talking with others, and polite at all times. Make sure to turn your cell phone off, do not bring any food or drinks into the courtroom, and stay seated.

Where Are the Queens Criminal Courtrooms?

All of the Criminal Courtrooms in Queens are located at:

• Kew Gardens Courthouse and Annex
• 125-01 Queens Blvd
• Kew Garden, NY 11415

Where Can You Find Your Next Criminal Court Date?

You can access the WebCriminal portal on the New York State Unified Court System website to find out all of the information you need. You can look up your date by case or summons number, defendant’s name, or by searching for a particular Judge or Court Part.

It is also important that you speak with your Queens criminal defense attorney who can help you navigate where you are supposed to be and when during your Queens County court proceeding.

Why Is It Important to Retain a Queens Criminal Lawyer?

Having a knowledgeable lawyer by your side throughout the duration of your court process can be invaluable. Not only will you have someone guiding you who is extremely familiar with the NY judicial system, but you can also have a greater peace of mind knowing that you are not going through the Queens County court system alone.

At Musa-Obregon Law PC, we have 100 years of combined legal experience helping the criminally accused throughout New York City, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and The Bronx. Our criminal defense law firm offers legal services in Spanish, Polish, Arabic and Portuguese.