Question: Do I need a lawyer?
Answer: If you are being investigated, if you are being charged, or if you are being interviewed by the police you need a lawyer. If you are convicted of a crime you could be ordered to pay fine or spend time in jail. A criminal conviction will follow you for the rest of your life. It can affect your ability get a job or obtain housing. If you have previous convictions, those convictions can be used to enhance your punishment in any new criminal charge against you.
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Question: Do I still need a lawyer if I am innocent?
Answer: Yes, you still need a lawyer if you are innocent. Innocent people have been charged, convicted and spent years in jail. A lawyer will help ensure that your rights and liberties are protected. Even if you are innocent you need the very best legal representation possible.
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Question: Can my case be dismissed?
Answer: There are several ways to get your cased dismissed and we will work to secure the best result for you. Each case is different. If your case is dismissed you will not have a criminal conviction on your record and you may be eligible to have your record expunged. An expunction is a way to have your record erased completely. Since we live in the computer information age, it is more important than ever to keep your record clean.
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Question: Can my lawyer guarantee a result or outcome?
Answer: ABSOLUTELY NOT!! No lawyer can guarantee any result in your case. You need a lawyer to be honest and up front with you about your case. Good news or bad news, you deserve a lawyer who give you straight answers. You need a lawyer who will fight for your rights and keep you informed and up to date about your case.
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