An Albany attorney, Luke Malamood, is facing prison time after pleading guilty to assault and criminal contempt charges. On Wednesday (July 16), Malamood, 40, admitted in Albany County Court to second-degree assault and second-degree criminal contempt. These charges stem from incidents involving his ex-wife and ex-girlfriend.
According to the Albany County District Attorney’s Office, Malamood violated a protection order last year by repeatedly emailing, calling, and harassing his ex-wife. In April, he was arrested for striking his ex-girlfriend with a broom and taking her cell phone. Malamood was initially indicted on 21 counts, including stealing beer from a store and attempting to bite a police officer.
Malamood, who has represented several high-profile cases in the Capital Region, could face up to four years in state prison followed by three years of post-release supervision. His sentencing is scheduled for September 24…