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If you’re facing criminal charges, the right criminal lawyer can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. Which is why the team of defense lawyers at Hines Law Firm are dedicated to defending individuals accused of criminal misconduct. Their extensive experience in the criminal justice system is especially vital in cases where the stakes are high, like felonies. Should you find yourself dealing with a criminal trial, contact a criminal defense attorney at the Hines Law Firm today and let our private attorneys fight to protect your constitutional rights and freedom.
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Any type of criminal charge can lead to life-changing harsh consequences, even lesser offenses that seem minor. If you were arrested for criminal activity, you should contact one of the private attorneys at the Hines Law Firm as soon as possible to learn about your legal rights and options. If you’ve been charged with a crime you didn’t commit, you may feel frustrated and hopeless. If you made a mistake and broke the law, you may not know what potential consequences you’re facing or the impact it can have on your life.
Whatever the legal issue you find yourself in, you should hire private counsel to handle your case instead of a court-appointed attorney that indigent defendants receive. Although to no fault of their own, most court-appointed counsels are overworked with a high criminal offense caseload to come up with creative solutions. When you work with Hines Law Firm private counsel, you have the best chance of avoiding the worst outcome. They can provide you with the defense strategy you need, whether it involves negotiating a better plea bargain, reducing additional charges, or proving your innocence beyond a reasonable doubt.
If you’ve been arrested for criminal activity, you should contact a criminal lawyer as soon as possible, regardless of how minor the charges are. Misdemeanors can also have severe penalties that impact your life. An experienced attorney will take important steps at the beginning of a case, like negotiating with prosecutors to lower or dismiss the charges, and participating in plea negotiations, all while being able to answer whatever legal questions you have throughout the process.
After you’ve been arrested, the prosecutor will review the police report to determine how you should be charged and if you’re able to receive a plea agreement. Additionally, crime scenes are usually hectic. There’s always a possibility that you were arrested for the wrong reason or for something another person did. Regardless of the reason you were arrested, a criminal defense lawyer will protect your rights and ensure that the prosecutor doesn’t overcharge you.
The skilled lawyers at the Hines Law Firm can guard your rights and protect your interests by:
Your defense team will evaluate your charges and advise you on the best course of action to take moving forward.
An experienced criminal attorney can meet with a prosecutor or district attorney before they file charges. They’ll offer an aggressive defense by presenting witness statements and evidence that gives the prosecution the entire picture. In turn, the prosecutor can decide to file reduced charges. In other cases, a criminal defense lawyer can sometimes get the district attorney to reject a case or not issue an arrest warrant.
A criminal defense lawyer will take advantage of their access to resources by visiting the scene of the alleged crime, reviewing official reports, interviewing witnesses, and examining evidence. More or less, a skilled attorney will leave no stone unturned when it comes to your potential defense. The goal of a police investigation is to obtain evidence that can be used against the accused. The criminal defense attorney’s goal is to conduct an investigation that will find holes in the prosecution’s evidence, inconsistencies, gaps in proof, and other discrepancies.
Your attorney will investigate the incident to make sure you received fair treatment from law enforcement during your arrest. If the police officer’s conduct violated your rights, your criminal lawyer can bring a motion to have the evidence suppressed.
Did you have an alibi or were you acting in self-defense? Are the charges against you based on the claims made by an eyewitness that is unreliable? Does the prosecution have a weak case? Your criminal defense lawyer can create a strong defense that may result in the reduction of charges, the dismissal of charges, or an acquittal.
Your criminal defense lawyer will represent you in court and will object to improper testimony and evidence, present your defense to the jury, and cross-examine the prosecution’s witnesses.
Should you go to trial or accept a plea deal to avoid prison time? Your criminal defense lawyer can offer wise legal counsel based on their years of experience with the criminal process to help you make important decisions as your case progresses and potential sentences are discussed.
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If you’re facing criminal charges, even if you are innocent, you should still obtain legal representation. Criminal charges come with steep consequences, including jail time, fines, and other penalties. Additionally, a criminal conviction can impact your life long after you have served your prison sentence. Felonies can prevent you from getting a job, owning a firearm, voting, securing loans, and finding housing. A criminal defense lawyer can mitigate and help you avoid the long-lasting consequences of a conviction. It’s no question that criminal investigations are a difficult time. From white-collar crimes to drug charges, Hines Law Firm and their access to extensive resources are here to support you with a strategic defense.
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When you’re faced with serious charges and your freedom is at stake, it’s time to take action. If you have been accused of a crime, you don’t have to go it alone. Contact a criminal defense lawyer at the Hines Law Firm today to schedule a consultation. A criminal defense lawyer on our legal team will go above and beyond to help you achieve the best possible outcome for your case. Contact us today to learn more.
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