PRACTICE AREAS
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Facing criminal charges is a frightening experience. The system can be a stressful and oftentimes traumatic experience for yourself and your loved ones. Regardless of the circumstances of the arrest, it is a situation that can lead to potentially serious consequences, if not handled properly. A criminal conviction can potentially have a negative impact on your life forever.
VIOLENT
CRIMES
If charged with a violent crime, whether your offense is a felony or a misdemeanor. The penalties include staggering fines and jail time.
Murder | Aggravated Assault | Simple Assault snd Battery Domestic Violence | Armed Robbery | Sale of Illegal Firearms Manslaughter | Shooting with Intent to Kill | Rape | Gun Violence | Negligence | Child Abuse
FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Facing federal charges is serious and can be a terrifying, intimidating experience. If you are charged with a Federal crime, you are most likely facing prison time. Generally, Federal investigators build strong cases prior to charging a defendant. It is essential to have an attorney familiar with the system that listens to your needs and can defend you effectively.
DRUG CRIMES
Drug crimes can include any crime relating to a controlled substance. Drug crimes involves serious consequences.
SEX CRIMES
A conviction for most sex crimes will require you to register as a sex offender. This means that your name, address and criminal history will be available to the public in a national sex offender database registered sex offender often has difficulty obtaining a job or living in a particular location.
THEFT CRIMES
How theft is classified depends on the amount the property was worth, where the property was taken from and if the property was taken from the person of another. In addition to the potentially harsh consequences of a theft conviction, you are usually liable for the value of the property in addition to any other fees that may be imposed.
DUI
DEFENSE
A person charged with a DUI should be aware of a possible license suspension or revocation, the likelihood of high fines, and even jail, DUI isn't something to take lightly.
TRAFFIC
DEFENSE
Having a driver’s license is a privilege that the state can take away from you if your traffic violations are not handled properly. Moving violations generally carry hefty fines and depending on your driving history, they can suspend your license.
EXPUNGEMENT
& SEALING
Having a criminal history can have potentially damaging effects, such as making it more difficult to obtain a job or certain licensing. Some criminal cases are eligible to be “expunged” or “sealed.” If a case is expunged, it is removed from a defendant’s criminal record. If it is sealed, it is no longer accessible to the public. If you have a criminal record, including charges that were dismissed, you may be interested in expungement or sealing.