Madison County Assigned Counsel Program

We caved. The ACP Crew😃

🚨New DMV Regulations Beginning February 16, 2026 🚨

Extended lookback period” where the DMV calculates points from the date of violation. Increased points where they were low or non-existent.

What does this mean? Longer lookback + increased points = faster path to suspension and revocation.

❄️𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧: 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 ❄️

The holiday season sees a rise in drunk driving incidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). With increased events and holiday parties, law enforcement will be on the lookout for impaired drivers. Arrange for a sober ride and avoid driving after drinking.

If you face an alcohol-related charge in Madison County, and cannot afford an attorney, reach out to Assigned Counsel at (315) 366-2483 to see if you qualify.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 👋

𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬, 𝐄𝐬𝐪.

Since its inception in 2020, the program has been administered by David DeSantis, Esq., who brings deep experience and a steadfast commitment to access to justice.

David began his career as an Assistant Public Defender in Madison County, representing clients in both criminal and family court. David later transitioned to private practice, where he continued advocating for clients at every stage of the process. As Assigned Counsel Administrator, David oversees a panel of over 40 attorneys, helps ensure quality representation, and supports the fair and efficient delivery of indigent defense services throughout the County.

For information about eligibility or attorney participation, please contact our office at (315) 366-2483 or visit our website.

🚨 CPS Investigation? You Have Rights! 🚨
Madison County Assigned Counsel – Family Defense Unit (FDU)

We all want kids safe and families treated fairly. If CPS contacts you, speaking with an attorney first helps protect your rights while you work toward a safe plan for your family.

📞 FREE 24/7 Attorney Hotline: (315) 884-7542

⚖️ Know Your Rights:
✅ Speak to an attorney before talking to CPS
✅ Know the specific allegations
✅ Refuse drug/mental health testing without a court order
✅ Refuse CPS questioning your children without a court order

📍 Madison County Assigned Counsel Program
1091 Northside Plaza, Suite 2, Oneida, NY 13421