SELECTING THE RIGHT DEFENSE ATTORNEY

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Legal )



Most of us are not familiar with the judicial process. Aside from court dramas we often see on television or in the movies, courts, attorneys and the jury are not of our immediate concern. Unless, of course, we are suddenly placed in the position that we are obliged to know about these things -- if we are charged with an offense or a crime.

Defense attorneys or defense lawyers, as their title implies, should help you defend yourself from state prosecution. They should insure that your rights are upheld and that you undergo a fair trial, if it comes to that.

Once charged with a crime, you should immediately employ a criminal defense lawyer. Actually, as soon as you are invited by the police for questioning, a lawyer is advised to be contacted. It is their job to let you know your options and your legal rights.

It is better to employ a defense lawyer known to be capable of defending you from the crime you have allegedly committed.

If, for example, you are charged with a misdemeanor offense, like driving under the influence (DUI), you can find DUI defense attorneys. DUI is a fairly common offense and is prone to errs and ambiguities. DUI defense involves guidance in administrative hearings and subsequent court processes.

In case you are charged with a federal offense, meaning crimes in the nature of financial, technological, fraud, obstruction, etc., you would then need a knowledgeable federal defense attorney. Obviously, these are more complicated than felony and misdemeanor offenses. Hence, federal defense attorney's services are inevitably more expensive.

Federal defense attorneys shall help you in dealing with these serious cases starting from the indictment proceedings until you go into trial.

There are firms that offer free initial consultation where you will get to know your defense attorney. They will interview you, get the facts regarding your case, brief you the law concerning your offense and discuss your defense options.

Aside from being reputably excellent and knowledgeable, trust is important in finding the right defense attorney. It is always better to work with someone you trust.


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