The people closest to Melanie and her family echo the same sentiment…”We just wish there was something we could do.” There IS something you can do. As you can imagine, the cost of defending yourself against charges this staggering is devastating, emotionally as well as financially. Melanie and her family have exhausted a lifetime of resources in legal fees and bail already, with nothing but more expenses to come. Not only is the fight raging in Criminal Court, but the battle continues in Family Court as well.

Melanie needs your help NOW. Donations made be made discreetly or even anonymously. For more information please contact the Legal Defense Fund Administrator, Ms. Tara Portesy, at Tacopina Law at 212.227.8877. tportesy@tacopinalaw.com.