The Importance of hiring a lawyer if you are charged with a crime.

If you are facing a criminal charge, no matter how minor, you should talk to a defense attorney to fully understand your case.

A consultation with an experienced attorney will help you understand the charges against you, the defenses available, what if any plea bargains may be offered to you, and what you should do if you are convicted. We offer free consultations – just contact us.

What Does A Defense Attorney Do?

If you are charged with a crime, it is extremely important to hire a lawyer. The legal system is designed and biased so that representing yourself in a criminal trial and expecting a good result is almost impossible. A lawyer knows the ins and outs of the legal system, and may be able to spot certain arguments and factors that could lead to charges being reduced or even dropped.

Hiring a criminal defense lawyer has multiple benefits and provides you the opportunity to the best possible outcome, which you would not be able to achieve on your own.

For example, a lawyer can:

1. Point out legal rules and regulations. Many rules and laws about criminal prosecutions are buried within statutes, procedures and laws  . . . even prior court opinions.
2. Work with you and the DA’s office to negotiate plea bargains, if necessary. A plea bargain can often reduce your potential sentence.
3. Your defense attorney may be able to appear on your behalf so that you can go to work or take care of your family.

In addition to these, a defense lawyer can provide you peace of mind. You can rest assured that your criminal defense lawyer is going to do their best to defend you and achieve the highest possible outcome for you- whether it is getting the charges dropped in an unjust case, or negotiating a fair sentencing in the case that you are found guilty..