Advocating for New York State criminal justice reform and families of incarcerated people since 2003
Headquartered in Fairport, NY, Cheryl L. Kates Esq. focuses her practice on assisting incarcerated individuals with re-entry. Matters are filed against the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision.
Cheryl L. Kates, Esq.
➤ LOCATION
P.O. Box 734
Fairport, NY 14450
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
10AM - 4PM
☎ CONTACT
cheryl6401@aol.com
(585) 820-3818
Areas of Practice
PAROLE plans
Cheryl submits plans for individuals preparing to face the Parole Board. In NYS, incarcerated individuals are not afforded counsel at Parole Board hearings. The plan covers all of the statutory mandated criteria the Parole Board reviews to determine if an incarcerated individual is eligible for discretionary release. Work on a parole plan should begin approximately 6 months prior to an incarcerated individual’s scheduled appearance. Plans are individually prepared.
PAROLE ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS
When you receive a parole denial you must exhaust your administrative remedies by filing a parole appeal before proceeding to an Article 78.
Clemency Applications
The NYS Governor has the power to grant clemency, pardons or commutations. Ms. Kates files clemency plans similar to a parole plan, which details all relevant factors for consideration.
TIER 3 TICKET APPEALS
Cheryl handles all Tier 3 disciplinary matters.
Connect with Cheryl
Use the form below to contact Cheryl regarding your legal inquiry. Please be as detailed as possible. You may also email or call Cheryl to make an appointment.