When one is charged with a crime, the whole power of the state or federal government is put in play to prosecute you. Your only real defense comes with counsel that realizes what the government can and cannot do, and what evidence they must produce in their prosecution.

The adversarial system is at the heart of our criminal justice system, but it only works if there are competent lawyers on both side. Even then, the government can afford to make a mistake – the individual cannot take that chance. You cannot rely on things working out on appeal, where the presumption is reversed. On appeal, you are presumed guilty. During trial, you are presumed innocent. A smart defense is one that throws all its resources into defense at trial.

If you are accused of any crime, there are consequences beyond the prosecution itself. In addition to jail time, there is the potential loss of your right to vote and the right to possess a firearm, among other considerations. If you are accused of a crime, or think you are about to be, you need to contact us for your free consultation.