Nashville, Tennessee Criminal Lawyers

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Matt Maniatis

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 5 years experience

(615) 366-1211 2874 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Immigration
Loyola University New Orleans

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Matt Maniatis is a partner at the law office of Saenz & Maniatis, PLLC in Nashville, TN. He handles cases involving immigration, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and general civil matters. Matt is licensed to practice in all Tennessee state courts, all U.S. immigration courts, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Matt is also a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Family Mediator. Matt graduated in 2008 from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Criminology. He earned his Juris...

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Mr David Ridings

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience

(615) 851-1888 211 Union Street
Suite 202
Nashville, TN 37201

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Nashville School of Law

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David G. Ridings, Criminal Defense Attorney Nashville, TN, United States Ridings Law Group, P.C. Nashville Criminal Defense Attorney. ...At Ridings Law Group, P.C., Attorney David Ridings has experience on every side of the criminal justice system. He has a long history in law enforcement Serving as a police officer for over 10 years. After leaving the Metro Nashville Police Department, David Ridings served at the Nashville District Attorney's Office, just prior to opening his own Law Firm in 1998. From that time he has maintained a General Practice in the Middle Tennessee area, and now focuses exclusively on Criminal Defense Law. He...

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Bryan Stephenson

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 13 years experience

(615) 515-5110 414 Union St.
Suite 905
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Pepperdine University School of Law

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Nashville Criminal Defense Lawyer Bryan Stephenson is a former Assistant District Attorney for Davidson County. He has had great success in helping clients through the hardest times of their lives, working to get them the best possible outcomes in their cases. He works all over middle Tennessee and represents clients charged with all types of crimes (Misdemeanor, Felony, DUI, Implied Consent, Drugs, Assault, Fraud, Public Intoxication, Probation Violations, and other offenses) in the State, Federal, and Juvenile Courts. Call 615-515-5110, or visit our website at www.MiddleTNLaw.com, to schedule a free consultation about your case.

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Rob McKinney

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 22 years experience

(615) 259-9009 214 Second Ave. North
Suite 103
Nashville, TN 37201

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Nashville School of Law

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I am a trial attorney based in Nashville , Tn. I love to represent the underdogs. My practice has two areas of concentration. First , I represent those that have been accused of a crime such as DUI , Sex Crimes or Drug crimes. I have tried cases from murder to shoplifting in both state and federal court.Second , I represent those that have been injured in accident cases from wrongful death claims to a tractor trailer accidents.I was born and raised in Nashville. I enjoy helping others in times of crisis.

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Joseph W. Fuson

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience

(615) 298-7272 2126 21st Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212

Criminal, DUI, Family and White Collar Crime
Nashville School of Law

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Don Himmelberg

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 24 years experience

(615) 353-0930 525 4th Ave S
Nashville, TN 37210

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Nashville School of Law

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Michael Kerr Walker

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience

(615) 485-3065 341 Harrison St.
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets

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Walker Law provides legal services in Criminal Defense, Divorce, and Personal Injury Law in Davidson and surrounding counties in the middle Tennessee area. We are conveniently located in downtown Nashville, a couple of blocks from both General Sessions and Circuit Court. We give free consultations over the phone or by appointment. We handle misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, Uncontested, Contested, and Default Divorces, DUI, Traffic Violations, Personal Injury, Expungements, Background Checks, Driving While Impaired, Reckless Driving, Theft, Robbery, Burglary, Simple Possession, Felony Drug Offenses, Probation Violations, Prostitution, Vandalism, Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, Assault, and many other...

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Jesse Lords

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 3 years experience

(615) 418-9814 144 Second Ave. North
Suite 206
Nashville, TN 37201

Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

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I grew up in a military family, moving often, until settling in Pensacola Florida for the majority of my youth. On September 18, 2001 I decided to join the Army. I completed my basic training at Ft. Benning Georgia and my military job training at Ft. Gordon Georgia. Following military school, I was stationed at Ft. Campbell Kentucky in 2002. While serving I was deployed to Iraq twice, once in 2003 and again in 2005. While on my second deployment I decided that I wanted to get out of the military, go to school, and become an attorney. Upon returning...

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Norman D. McKellar

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 15 years experience

424 Church Street
Suite 2000
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, Tax and White Collar Crime
University of Tennessee College of Law

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Norman D. McKellar practices law in the areas of IRS tax resolution and federal criminal defense, with an emphasis on tax fraud and white collar federal crimes. Mr. McKellar has successfully defended clients in criminal cases in both federal and state courts and in U.S. Tax Court. Mr. McKellar was voted by his peers as a “Top Attorney” by Knoxville’s CityView magazine in its 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 editions. In 2014, Mr. McKellar was selected as a member of the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” by the National Trial Lawyers, and he also received this...

(877) 482-9767 625 Market Street
7th Floor
Knoxville, TN 37902

(770) 984-5327 3350 Riverwood Pkwy
Suite 1900
Atlanta, GA 30339

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Michael A. Wrenn Esq.

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 3 years experience

(615) 298-7272 2126 21st Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212

Criminal, Administrative, Landlord Tenant and Personal Injury
Nashville School of Law

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Michael Wrenn is an associate attorney for Freeman & Fuson. He represent a wide variety of clients with a focus on providing his clients personalized service in their time of need. Michael has a passion for helping individuals who are at risk of losing their professional license and assisting landlords with protecting their property investment. Michael is an alum of Father Ryan High School, received his Bachelor’s from the University of Tennessee and his law degree from Nashville School of Law. He is a native of Nashville who got his first job bagging groceries at an...

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Amanda J. Gentry

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 3 years experience

(615) 604-6263 4117 Hillsboro Pike
#103-134
Nashville, TN 37215

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Nashville School of Law

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Dedicated, Aggressive, Compassionate Attorney fighting for your rights.

(615) 604-6263 10-B Public Square North
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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Ryan C. Davis

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 1 year experience

(615) 649-0110 1230 2nd Ave S
Nashville, TN 37210

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Nashville School of Law

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A graduate of the Nashville School of Law and Middle Tennessee State University, Ryan is committed to helping individuals in Nashville and Middle Tennessee when the going gets tough. No one wants to need a criminal defense, DUI, or divorce attorney. But sometimes good people find themselves in bad situations. In those times, you want someone in your corner who is empathetic, passionate, and can vigorously advocate on your behalf. Ryan embodies these characteristics, and strives not only for favorable outcomes, but also to make the entire legal process as painless as possible.

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Brent Horst

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 30 years experience

(615) 403-2971 315 Deaderick St
#1550-11
Nashville, TN 37238

Criminal
University of Toledo

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Brent Horst is a criminal defense attorney serving clients throughout Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Memphis Tennessee. For more than 25 years, Brent has dedicated his legal career to defending the rights of those who have been falsely charged with crimes by the government. Common cases Brent takes on involve sex offenses, domestic violence, DUI/DWI, drug crimes, white collar crimes, probation violations, and more. Today, Brent is known as a well-respected attorney among both his fellow peers and his clients as he fully commits to helping individuals defeat their charges or receive lesser sentences. If you are in need of a...

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Michael Colavecchio

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 19 years experience

(615) 242-3333 343 Harrison Street
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DUI and White Collar Crime
Nashville School of Law

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Michael is a trial lawyer and concentrates his practice on protecting the rights of people who are accused of all sorts of crimes. He received a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville in 1979. In 1996, he was awarded his Juris Doctor degree from the Nashville School of Law. He was admitted to practice in 1997 and has been a member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Nashville Bar Association since 1997. Michael has successfully assisted hundreds of clients in navigating the difficult court system. Michael has always concentrated his law...

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Mark T. Freeman

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer.

(615) 298-7272 2126 21st Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212

Criminal, Business, Family and White Collar Crime
University of Tennessee College of Law

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Russell Thomas

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 14 years experience

(615) 620-0891 414 Union Street Ste 905
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
University of Tennessee - Knoxville

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Former prosecutor with extensive trial experience in a number of matters currently in private practice representing individuals and businesses facing a variety of legal matters including DUI, criminal defense and general civil litigation. Admitted to practice in all state and federal courts of Tennessee.

(615) 786-9269 725 Cool Springs Blvd Ste 600
Franklin, TN 37067

(615) 869-7433 2615 Medical Center Pkwy Ste 1560
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

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Edward Stephen Ryan

Nashville-Davidson (Balance), TN Criminal Law Lawyer.

(615) 256-7337 219 2nd Ave N
Suite 300
Nashville-Davidson (Balance), TN 37201

Criminal, DUI and Estate Planning

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I started my career in the justice system as a police officer for 16 years. I move to the District Attorney's office after graduating from law school. I was team leader in the vehicular crimes division. In 2000 began my career in private practice. I am now a partner at May & Ryan, PLC we do litigation work mainly in the criminal defense arena with an added emphasis on DUI defense.

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Cynthia A. Sherwood

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience

(615) 873-5670 201 4th Ave N
Suite 1130
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Vanderbilt University Law School

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Cynthia A. Sherwood is a Vanderbilt Law School graduate. She has 17 years of criminal defense and litigation defense experience. She founded Sherwood Boutique Litigation, PLC in 2010. SBL is focused on providing its clients with highly personalized and aggressive criminal defense and civil litigation defense. The firm is recognized for its personal attention and fierce defense of its clients. She is admitted to practice in Tennessee and is a member of the bar of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and the U.S. District Courts for the Middle and Western Districts of...

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Brent Hessel

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney.

(615) 379-8472 2200 21st Avenue South
Suite 305
Nashville, TN 37212

Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Family and Immigration
American University

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I am a great advocate of the essential place immigrants have in this country. Not only is immigration the foundation of our history, but it is the cornerstone of our future success. I currently serve on the Board of Directors of the Tennessee World Affairs Council. I have represented dozens of clients before the Immigration Courts, USCIS, the Department of Labor, and U.S. Consulates in many foreign countries before the full range of immigration matters. I approach every client creatively, finding solutions to their problems while making sure that each client and their families understand their options and the consequences...

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Chelsea Nicholson

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience

(615) 913-3932 219 2nd Avenue North, Suite 400
Market Street Building
Nashville, TN 37201

Free ConsultationCriminal

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I am a criminal defense lawyer in Nashville and the Middle Tennessee area. I represent clients charged with general misdemeanors, felonies, DUI, drug offenses, seizures and forfeitures, probation violations, orders of protection, and within appeals.

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Bruce Henley

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 3 years experience

(615) 784-8474 5543 Edmondson Pike, Suite 56
Nashville, TN 37211

Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury

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My practice areas include drafting contracts and demand letters, criminal defense, family law & prenuptial agreements, personal injury & civil litigation, and wills, including living wills and powers of attorney. My practice is centered around Southern Davidson and Northern Williamson County, but I handle cases in other regions of the state as well. Don't try to handle a complex legal issue on your own, contact me and I will help. Even if you are not sure your issue is within my practice area, feel free to contact me. In the event I cannot help you I will do my best to...

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Blake Bratcher

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney.

(615) 298-7272 2126 21st Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212

Criminal, Business and Landlord Tenant
Nashville School of Law

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A. Sais Phillips Finney

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience

(615) 567-7315 4235 Hillsboro Pike
Suite 300
Nashville, TN 37215

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and White Collar Crime
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

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Sais Phillips Finney attended both The University of Tennessee, Knoxville and The University of Memphis. Prior to attending law school, she worked in the United States Senate and in higher education. While a law student, she interned in the Memphis District Attorney's office assisting with violent felony prosecutions. After admission to the bar, Sais practiced criminal defense in Memphis before moving to Atlanta to work in white collar criminal defense and government investigations at an Atlanta law firm. She currently resides in Nashville and practices throughout middle and western Tennessee.

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John Caudill

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer.

(615) 241-0543 424 Church St., Suite 2000
Nashville, TN 37219

Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
University of Kentucky College of Law

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Caudill Law Offices, LLC., proudly serves clientele in south-central and western Kentucky and middle Tennessee. John Caudill is an attorney with over 25 years of litigation experience specializing in criminal law and civil litigation including areas of oil and gas, personal injury, whistleblower claims, discrimination claims based on age and medical condition and ERISA. From 1989 to 2005, John Caudill served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky where he litigated over 40 trials to a jury verdict. From that experience, he developed an understanding of various areas of federal civil and criminal law, including Medical Malpractice,...

(615) 241-0544 2550 Meridian Blvd., Suite 200
Franklin, TN 37067

(615) 913-6475 2315 Mayfair Ave.,
Mayfair Square Building
Owensboro, KY 42301

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Grover Christopher Collins

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience

(615) 510-0728 414 Union St #1110
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and White Collar Crime
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

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At The Collins Law Firm, PLLC, we have Nashville attorneys dedicated to our clients’ best interests. Grover Collins is a criminal defense lawyer who has extensive experience representing clients in matters related to DUI, drug crimes, and more. He also helps with civil litigation, real estate, and estate planning matters. Mackenzie Collins practices a wide range of matters, including business law, estate planning, and civil litigation. Eddie Herbert represents individuals in criminal defense, DUI defense, real estate law, and civil litigation, including personal injury. Ben Powers practices in criminal defense law exclusively. Call our firm today to discuss your...

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James Lee Widrig Esq.

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience

(615) 417-7800 500 Church St
#250
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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Willow E Fort

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 15 years experience

P.O. Box 190111
Nashville, TN 37219

Criminal
Vanderbilt University Law School

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Ruthie Trammell

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer.

(615) 298-7272 2126 21st Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212

Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
University of Tennessee College of Law

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Lewis A. Williams

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer.

(615) 255-2893 1900 Church Street, Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37203

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

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Colin Brett Calhoun

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer.

(615) 242-8888 201 4th Ave N
#1450
Nashville, TN 37219

Criminal, Business, Estate Planning and Personal Injury

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Education -Nashville School of Law, Nashville, Tennessee J.D. – 2008 -Honors: Top 15% (Class Rank: 14th out of 112) -Honors: Harry Phillips American Inn of Court—Student Member 2007-2008 -University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, Tennessee B.S. summa cum laude -Honors: Phi Kappa Phi -Honors: Recipient of the Outstanding Criminal Justice Student Award -Major: Criminal Justice -Minor: Political Science Professional Associations and Memberships -Tennessee Bar Association -Tennessee Association for Justice

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Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 6 years experience

(615) 256-6666 424 Church Street
Suite 2200
Nashville, TN 37219

Criminal, Civil Rights and Personal Injury
Vanderbilt University Law School

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Michael L. Freeman

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney. 7 years experience

(615) 916-1600 530 Church St.
Suite 709
Nashville, TN 37219

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Employment
Mississippi College School of Law

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Ana L Escobar

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney.

(615) 244-4744 414 Union Street Suite 905
Nashville, TN 37219

Criminal
The George Washington University Law School

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David Louis Raybin

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer. 43 years experience

(615) 256-6666 424 Church St
Suite 2200, Fifth Third Center
Nashville, TN 37219

Criminal, Civil Rights, DUI and Insurance Claims
University of Tennessee College of Law

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Patrick Newsom

Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney.

(615) 251-9500 40 Music Square East
Ste. 905
Nashville, TN 37203

Criminal, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime

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Criminal law addresses the government's prosecution of individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. Such laws may be federal, state, or local. The prosecution represents the people of a particular jurisdiction, and acts on behalf of the government by bringing a case against an accused. Under the U.S. Constitution, a person accused of a crime may have the right to a criminal defense attorney during interrogations and certain other times before and during a trial.

Whether you are under police investigation, have been arrested, or are facing charges, having an advocate familiar with the criminal justice system.

Most jurisdictions classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious offenses with the possibility of more severe sentences. Some criminal lawyers focus on a specific area of criminal defense law, such as white-collar crime, drug offenses, theft crimes, or violent crimes. You should consult with a criminal defense lawyer early on in the process to preserve options, such as diversion programs or plea bargains.

When hiring a criminal defense attorney, you should evaluate the experience and fee structure of the attorney. Some offer a free consultation to discuss your case.

Accomplice liability: If a person aids, assists, or encourages another in the commission of a crime, they are criminally liable as an accomplice to the crime.

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