Santa Ana Violent Crime Defense Lawyer

Arrested for a Violent Crime? Contact an Attorney Today!

Being arrested for a violent crime is a serious matter. It is particularly grave when the offense is also categorized as a felony, as you may be at risk of facing a strike on your criminal record if you are convicted. For this reason, it is important for you to contact a Santa Ana criminal defense attorney as soon as possible after an arrest, investigation or allegations of a violent crime. Our firm offers a free consultation to help you get started.

There are many different individual criminal offenses that may be categorized as violent crimes. This may include any crime that involves threatening, attempting to injure or actually injuring another person. For example, assault, battery, domestic violence, forcible rape, burglary, robbery, carjacking, homicide (murder or manslaughter), and weapons offenses may all be considered violent crimes. The penalties for these will typically vary depending on the nature of the crime and also the extent of injury sustained, as well as the offender's past criminal record, if any.

Defense for Violent Crime Charges in Santa Ana

Building a strong defense against violent crime charges is of the utmost importance if you are to have the opportunity of avoiding a conviction and the serious consequences this will have on you now and in the future. An attorney experienced with cases of this kind can review your case to determine how to best approach your defense, which may be accomplished by proving self-defense, a lack of intent, insufficient evidence, unreliable witness testimony or a violation of procedure or your constitutional rights. A thorough review of your charges and a tailor-made legal strategy may go a long way in helping you achieve a positive outcome for your violent crime charges.

For a free case review by an experienced criminal lawyer who can help you face your violent crime allegations head on, contact a Santa Ana violent crime attorney at the Law Offices of Thomas Tears today.