Criminal Defense Attorney

As a criminal defense attorney, I have watched with great interest as the nation has been swept up in a variety of police brutality cases. Regardless of how you perceive the events that claimed the life of Eric Garner, Michael Brown, or more recently Walter Scott, you have to be avoiding the news to not see that more attention is being placed on the behavior of the police.  While there are many good police officers, that work hard to protect and defend there are also, clearly, officers that are in violation of the laws themselves.  This raises questions about the belief most citizens have of listening to the police and … Continued

Many people don’t speak with a criminal defense attorney about drug charges because they assume that the crime isn’t that big of a deal. While using drugs is certainly less impactful than hurting someone else, it is still illegal and the consequences of a conviction can be life altering.  As with any criminal charges, it is important to not take anything for granted and start to build a defense instead. We recommend that you never speak to the police without an attorney present.  Anything, that you say, can be used against you and you never know when a possession charge could turn into something more serious like drug cultivation.  The … Continued

If facing arrest, and in need of a criminal defense attorney, there are a few things that you should keep in mind. Sometimes, circumstances arise that cause a person to be on the wrong side of the law, often leading to an arrest. If this happens to you, it is important to take steps to protect your rights and your freedom. As your criminal defense attorney, it is my job to ensure that you have the best representation possible. Often times this starts before the case ever reaches a judge, and unfortunately the road to a conviction can begin long before I have the opportunity to meet with you. Interrogation … Continued