Marietta Criminal Defense Lawyer

Protecting the Rights of the Accused

If you have been arrested or accused of committing a crime, you should have an experienced criminal defense attorney by your side to protect your rights and provide the best possible defense in your case. However serious the charges may be, with the proper legal counsel and an aggressive and dedicated commitment to your defense, you will know that everything that can be done will be done. We understand that the criminal justice system is complex and can be difficult to navigate without the firm hand of the experience that comes from having successfully defended many cases in local, state and federal courtrooms. Our goal in defending each of our clients is to win. However serious the charges may be, they can be addressed and your rights under the law can be protected.

Criminal Defense Practice Areas

DUI
If you or a loved one were accused of driving under the influence, you should contact a member of our legal team as soon as possible. You could be charged with DUI for driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08% or above or if the law enforcement officer determined that you were significantly impaired. In order to avoid penalties of jail, fines, suspended license and community service, you should contact one of our attorneys today!

Bail & Bond Matters
When an individual is arrested for a crime, they are held in jail until their bail is posted. This amount can range from thousands of dollars to millions of dollars, a sum most families are unable to pay on behalf of a loved one. By posting a bond, you could pay 10% of the bail with the help of a bail bond agency.

Drug Charges
If you were arrested for a drug offense, you could be charged with a felony or a misdemeanor. In order to avoid a serious conviction, it is in your best interests to contact a member of our legal team. We have experience in cases involving marijuana, cocaine, drug trafficking, distribution, and more.

Felonies
The most serious category of crime is a felony offense. The penalties for felony crimes include heavy fines and time in state prison.

Juvenile Crimes
If you son or daughter is facing criminal charges, we understand that you would do anything to protect their future. Not only would it be a permanent mark on their criminal record, but it could limit where they can work and go to school.

Misdemeanors
A misdemeanor is more serious than an infraction but less serious than a felony offense. An example of a misdemeanor could be marijuana possession, DUI, or petty theft.

Probation Violations
If you were accused of violating the terms of your probation, you could be forced to spend the remainder of your sentence behind bars. In order to retain your freedom, it is imperative that you contact our firm as soon as you are arrested. We will do our utmost to get your charges dropped.

Sex Crimes
Rape, sexual battery, child molestation, solicitation, prostitution, and child pornography are all examples of sex crimes in Georgia. If you have been accused of any of these crimes, you could be facing time in prison, fines, and a permanent place on the public registry of sex offenders.

Traffic Violations
Although a traffic violation may not seem like a serious issue, you could be facing serious consequences if you are convicted. Whether it was street racing, reckless driving, driving on a suspended license, or failure to appear, we could help defend you.

Theft
Were you accused of larceny, robbery, burglary, or another theft crime in Georgia? Theft is taking a belonging from another person without their permission with no intent on returning the item. Theft can be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on the amount stolen.

Violent Crimes
If you or a loved one were accused of a violent crime, you could be facing extremely harsh consequences. Violent crimes are always charged as felonies due to the harm that is caused to the victims. Examples include: aggravated assault, rape, kidnapping, murder, domestic violence, and more. As they invoke a mandatory ten year prison sentence, you should contact our team for immediate help.

Warrants
If there is a warrant out for your arrest, it is in your best interest to have a strong legal advocate on your side looking out for your rights. You do not need to live in fear that a law enforcement officer will arrive any minute at your door to take you into custody.

White Collar Crimes
White collar crimes were given their name due to the fact that they most often occur in business settings. If you or a loved one were accused of fraud, money laundering, identity theft, or embezzlement, you should talk to a member of our legal team as soon as possible.

Contact a criminal defense attorney from our team today!

When you contact our office and explain your situation, we will answer all your questions clearly and advise you on the best strategy and the exact steps we will take in defending you against the charges. We will stand beside you from beginning to end and keep you informed on the progress and status of your case so there are no surprises. We are here to represent your best interests and to present the best legal defense possible on your behalf. Contact a Marietta criminal defense lawyer to discuss your case with a member of our team!