Our Criminal Law Practice
When you are faced with criminal arrest and prosecution, the first and most important thing to remember is that you have an absolute right to remain silent and that you have the right to obtain the services of an attorney before any questioning by authorities. If you are arrested, remember to assert these rights and to inquire of the police the exact nature of any charges against you.
In many instances, bail or bond is automatically set without the intervention of a judge. These are usually misdemeanor offenses or minor felony charges. In more serious situations, a judge must set bond after a hearing or by agreement with the prosecuting attorney. A bondsman will charge a fee to guarantee the amount of the bond to the court.
Early consultation with an attorney is imperative to a successful defense of any criminal charge. In many situations, early intervention and investigation may keep your case from going to trial. In many instances, such as DUI or other serious driving offenses, there are other considerations in addition to the criminal charges.
When you or a loved one is charged with a crime, it is important to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer immediately, so that your rights are protected. We have special expertise in defending those who may suffer immigration consequences from criminal convictions:
- DUI, DWI and traffic defense
- Assault, domestic violence charges, bar fights and self-defense
- Drug charges
- Property crimes
- Juvenile crimes
- Gambling
- Passing bad checks
- Fraud and other white collar crimes
- Federal crimes
We have earned a reputation as knowledgeable criminal defense lawyers who vigorously fight for clients’ rights. We are admitted to practice law in federal and state courts as well as before the U.S. district court of appeals. Your stay in the U.S. may depend on a lawyer’s knowledge of immigrant law. Our lawyers have helped educate other lawyers on the issues that are raised with regard to immigrants charged with a crime.
Other lawyers who practice criminal law may not know the unique issues that immigrants or visitors to this country face when they get caught in the criminal justice system. Pleading guilty to a lesser charge may get you deported immediately. Our attorneys can advise you of the best course of action to take to avoid unforeseen consequences. Do not make a plea agreement. Do not speak of your case, until you speak to a qualified attorney.
Our team of lawyers scrutinizes every aspect of the DUI or DWI arrest record. Procedural issues that we look for include:
- Did the police read you your rights?
- Did the police stop you legally for drunk driving?
- Did the police administer the breath test properly?
- Were observations of you in the “field” too subjective?
- Is there a reason to suspect the blood test you were given is wrong?
Whether you have been arrested for a DWI or are in need of defense for a traffic offense, our personal and hands-on approach may help you avoid the most serious penalties for your charge.
We will help you stay out of jail. We focus on keeping you out of jail, challenging your license suspension, keeping the fees to a minimum and all the other details so that you can get your life back as soon as possible. We have a special understanding of DWI and immigrant or resident alien issues.