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Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you’re facing criminal charges in Georgia, 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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Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

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.

How Can a Criminal Defense Attorney Help?

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:

Evaluating Your Charges

Your defense team will evaluate your charges and advise you on the best course of action to take moving forward.

Stop Charges Before They’re Filed

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.

Conducting An Investigation

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.

Scrutinize the Officer’s Conduct

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.

Develop a Strong Defense

Represent You in Trial

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.

Help You Make Important Decisions

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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What Our Clients Have To Say

“Thank you all for the help during the time of uncertainty , very attentive and very professional group of individuals especially Julian who is a very great part of the team. Took time out of his day to reach out to you either through email or phone call. Your questions will be answered. Thank you all for the great help. 🙏🏽”

Juan Pesina
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“They are a team of very responsible, kind and dedicated professionals, they were always aware of all the details of the case and keeping us informed about each step we should take, I recommend them 100% Thanks so much, Great job”

Vanessa
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“They are an excellent team, they always attended to all my concerns, defending my rights and representing me throughout the process.  they always made me feel calm and trusting of them.  I highly recommend them.  They met all my expectations.”

Arianna Carrizo
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“Helped me so much during my accident. I recommend this firm to everyone I know and meet they’re just that amazing and I love that their team is bilingual!!”

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When Should I Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney?

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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