Do You Know How to Protect Your Legal Rights?
A Criminal Defense Lawyer Does!
If you're facing criminal charges, you may feel like pretending the arrest never happened. But ignoring your criminal charges will not make them go away, and could even land you in more trouble. You need to face your criminal charges head on and move forward.
Even charges that you think aren't that serious can affect your life in significant ways. To better understand the charges against you, or to get a better idea of how to handle your criminal charges, you should consider consulting with a criminal defense lawyer.
Simply fill out our free criminal defense case evaluation form or call 1 (877) 445-1059, and we'll connect you with a local criminal defense lawyer who can help you examine your charges in more detail as soon as possible.
Total Criminal Defense's Latest Resources
In addition to having a criminal defense lawyer in your corner, the following resources may help you learn more about your charges:
- Criminal Defense Glossary;
- Three Strikes and You're Out Law;
- Your Constitutional Rights;
- Classification of Criminal Offenses;
- Criminal Penalties in Copyright Laws;
- Polygraph Testing;
- Federal Gun Laws;
- State Gun Laws; and
- Evidence.
Criminal Defense Articles for the Week of September 1-8
Check out our latest criminal defense articles and see how legal issues playing out in courts around the country may have some significance or relevance to your case or situation:
- Juvenile Tagger Penalties;
- Forensic Evidence Challenges;
- D.C. Handgun Ban;
- Foreclosure and Crime: An Endless Cycle?; and
- Expanding Firearms-Carry Licenses.
Criminal Defense Articles for the Week of August 24-31
Here’s a recap of some of our other criminal defense articles from recent weeks:
- Sex Offender Laws;
- Citizen's Arrest for Using Profanity;
- Secret Confessions Crack Cold Cases;
- Police Informant Murder; and
- Personal Protection for Prosecutors.
Criminal Convictions Come with Penalties
When you're arrested and convicted of a crime, you might be looking at more than fines or prison time – your options for the future could be severely limited by the aftermath of your criminal conviction. Some consequences you might face include:
- Probation;
- Suspension or revocation of your driver's license;
- Prison or jail time;
- House arrest or electronic monitoring;
- Community service; and
- Mandatory alcohol and/or drug counseling.
Some crimes, such as those involving sexual acts, can even limit where you're allowed to live and work.
A Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Help Protect Your Constitutional Rights!
You might think you're up for the challenge of defending yourself in a criminal case, but this is a dangerous decision to make. Even though you're probably familiar with the events leading up to and surrounding your arrest, you're likely not well-versed in criminal law or courtroom procedure. But a criminal defense attorney will have the legal expertise necessary to boost your criminal defense.
While television courtroom dramas can be highly entertaining, they aren't very accurate portrayals of the criminal justice system. In fact, many important parts of the criminal defense process are left out simply because they're not very exciting. But a successful criminal defense demands adherence to strict regulations, including rules for filing notices, meeting deadlines, following technical and procedural rules, requesting information and more. Because criminal defense lawyers work within these restrictions every day, they're familiar with all the demands of a criminal case.
Get in Touch with a Criminal Attorney in Your Area!
Thanks to Total Criminal Defense, you don't have to go through the time-consuming process of finding a criminal defense lawyer in your area. All you have to do is contact Total Criminal Defense at 1 (877) 445-1059 or fill out our free online criminal defense case evaluation form, and we'll connect you with a criminal defense attorney in your area.
Your future is at stake – get in touch with a criminal defense lawyer now.
Criminal Defense Blog Posts for the Week of September 1-8
No Ticket for Nakedness: Nudists Get Thumbs Up from Judge
The naked are free to roam on popular northern California nudist beach. California judge says state park officials must hold public hearing before they attempt to ban nudity.
Pregnancy a Factor in Degree of Sex Crime Sentences
A California Supreme Court ruled that a sexual assault resulting in a pregnancy could result in a more severe sentence for the offender, ruling pregnancy may be considered a "great bodily injury."
Most Wanted White-Collar Criminals
Forbes' lists top ten most wanted white-collar criminals. Seen any of them around?
Let a Criminal Defense Attorney Take Care of Your Criminal Case!
Anyone who's ever encountered legal paperwork knows how difficult interpreting legal language can be. But your criminal defense lawyer will have the proper background to understand all legal documents involved in your case and translate them to you in plain English so you're ready to defend yourself in your criminal case.
Unless you've graduated law school, you likely aren't familiar with courtroom procedures and deadlines, regulations for evidence, witness subpoena rules, witness questioning standards, legal objection requirements and rules for evidence presentation. But, in a criminal defense trial, you'll have to implement all these legal tools.
Knowing a criminal defense lawyer is taking care of the details of your case can provide a huge sense of relief. You won't have to stress out about the minutia of your case, so you can invest your time and energy in preparing your case in more productive ways.
Let a Criminal Defense Lawyer Help You Figure out Your Case!
Your criminal case may focus on you, but for a successful criminal defense trial, you'll need the help of others. As your criminal defense attorney will tell you, you could need expert witnesses, witnesses to the event or investigators to bolster your case.
Still have questions about your criminal defense case? Still not sure what your criminal case will involve? It's time to contact a criminal defense lawyer.
The first step is easy: just call us toll-free at 1 (877) 445-1059 or fill out our free criminal defense case evaluation form and we'll put you in touch with a criminal defense attorney in your area. After speaking with a criminal defense lawyer, you'll be able to get your criminal defense case moving in the right direction.
Don't Be Fooled: Police and Prosecutors Aren't on Your Side!
Like much of the world, prosecuting attorneys and police officers are just trying to do their jobs. Unfortunately, that means arresting you and proving that you're guilty of a crime. They are not concerned with your best interests, which is why your criminal defense lawyer is so important. Your criminal defense lawyer is concerned with your best interests – it's his job to help you protect them. Find out how a criminal defense attorney can help protect your rights.
Nothing can replace the advice and guidance a criminal defense lawyer can offer. Act now – you need to protect your freedom, your finances and your future. Contact Total Criminal Defense by filling out our free online criminal defense case evaluation form or calling 1 (877) 445-1059. We'll connect you with a criminal defense lawyer near you.
Drug Crimes
Did you know that drug crimes include more than just trafficking, possession, distribution and possession with intent to distribute? Crimes like operating motor vehicles under the influence of drugs and prescription fraud are some of the less-familiar drug crimes. Drug charges can range in severity from misdemeanors to felonies, and can be influenced by certain circumstances (like proximity to a school zone). In some cases, even "minor" drug convictions can lead to tens of thousands of dollars in tax payments.
Crimes against Children
In some cases, actions become crimes only because children are involved (as with contributing to the delinquency of a minor and child procurement). Other crimes become even more serious when a child is victimized. For example, battery against a child is a felony in many states simply because the victim is a minor. The penalties of something like a DUI can even be increased if children are involved-not necessarily injured, just present. Crimes with victims who are minors are considered very seriously by police, prosecutors, and juries. If you've been charged with a crime against a child, discuss it with a criminal defense attorney who can determine how to best protect your interests.
Traffic Crimes
Even though "traffic crime" may not sound very serious, traffic crimes can actually have significant consequences. Even first offense DUIs (driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol) come with mandatory jail time in some states. Traffic crimes can cause you to lose your license or face heavily increased car insurance rates. Even employment opportunities can be affected by traffic crimes. If you damage property or injure a person in a traffic accident, you could be charged with a felony, and if a victim dies, you could even face vehicular manslaughter charges. Remember: you should understand all potential consequences of your offense before heading to court—you could face much more than a fine.
White Collar Crimes
White collar crimes include things like forgery, fraud, and embezzlement—and they happen every day. Though big-wig business executives tend to get more press coverage for these crimes, even small businesses and families commit white collar crimes. Forging signatures on checks, "juggling" the income tax return, and using a credit card number that's not yours are all white collar crimes. And U.S. courts are beginning to treat such crimes with more severity, especially as identity theft grows in popularity for its perpetrators and devastation for its victims.
Sex Crimes
While all criminal charges are serious, sex crimes can come with particularly harsh, permanent consequences. Even for misdemeanor convictions, some states require registration as a sex offender forever. Those convicted of sex crimes could be required to inform police of their whereabouts, and often names, home addresses, and specific crime details are put on a database accessible to the public. If you're facing a sex crime charge, be sure you know exactly what's at risk before making any major decisions.
Violent Crimes
Did you know that some violent crimes don't require any actual physical harm? In some states even the threat of physical harm can be classified as a crime such as "intimidation" or "assault." Law enforcers take violent crimes seriously, no matter if the crime in question is misdemeanor battery (including any unwanted touching, violent or not), significant injury, or murder. Some states require charges to be issued in all domestic violence cases, even if the victim makes no statement. And almost any physically aggressive crime is considered violent. If you're facing charges of battery, assault, intimidation, domestic violence, or something more severe such as attempted murder or murder, do not hesitate in contacting a criminal defense lawyer.
Property Crimes
The penalties possible for property crime convictions vary depending on the crime's nature and surrounding circumstances. Property value and presence of weapons or people (even if neither was directly involved) can affect the severity of your charge. If you've been charged with a property crime, you should contact a criminal defense attorney in your area. Criminal defense lawyers can explain the prosecution's burden of proof and tell you what penalties you could face.
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