When charged with a crime, either felony or misdemeanor, understanding your rights before, during and after a trial is vital in ensuring your case is handled correctly, and that you have a chance of getting charges lessened or dropped. Working with a criminal defense lawyer, such as those at Bienstock Law, can help you navigate the complex process of a criminal trial. Here, our experienced attorneys discuss the process of working with a criminal defense lawyer, and how they can help protect your rights.
Why You Should Come Prepared for Your Initial Consultation
When beginning the process of consulting with a criminal defense lawyer, it is important to find a qualified and knowledgeable attorney to represent you throughout your case. If the client is imprisoned, these meetings may take place over the phone, or the attorney may come to the jail or prison to speak with the client. From there, the client and attorney will speak about the details of the case, outlining the strengths and weaknesses and potential strategy for trial. Finally, the attorney will discuss fees and rates for their services. If you have the ability to bring documents to your meeting, it is important to come prepared with any possible paperwork or documentation that may be of help in the case, as well as questions such as how your attorney will represent and manage your case to ensure that you are confident in your representation choice.
Full Disclosure is Critical.
Be prepared to talk frankly with your attorney about all of the circumstances surrounding the alleged crime. Your attorney will be better positioned to properly represent you, and your interests will be better served if your attorney is not blindsided by incriminating information presented by the prosecutor.
How Criminal Defense Lawyers Guide You Through Trial
Through consultations and strategy development, a criminal defense lawyer advocates for you throughout the entirety of your criminal process. Aside from analyzing evidence and remaining in close contact with you, there are many ways a criminal defense lawyer can help once your trial begins. A criminal defense lawyer helps pick a good jury by working to ensure that jury members are not biased, and picking jurors who may be more disposed to vote in your favor. Additionally, a criminal defense lawyer works to try and get a good plea offer from the prosecutor, if appropriate, to lessen penalties. In that light, it’s important that your attorney have a strong personality and a commanding presence. Finally, criminal defense lawyers examine and cross-examine all witnesses, and present your case in a way to convince the jury of your innocence.
Why a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Help Your Case
Regardless of whether you are charged with a felony or a misdemeanor, representing yourself can bring many challenges. You do not know the law, or the Court rules. The prosecutor does. Qualified attorneys have years of experience in similar cases, navigating through the complexities of the criminal trial process and providing guidance and support for their clients. Hiring a criminal defense attorney provides you with resources such as expert witness testimonials and extensive investigation of all elements of the case against you. Finally, a criminal defense attorney provides psychological and emotional support throughout the entire trial process. Having a team of individuals on your side fighting for your rights can help you have confidence as you go through this difficult time. It also can ultimately help reduce or eliminate any penalty you may face.
Discuss Your Rights With the Criminal Defense Lawyers at Bienstock Law
Moving through the criminal trial process can be stressful and overwhelming, and may make you feel as if there is no place to turn. Seeking the help of a qualified attorney such as the criminal defense lawyers at Bienstock Law can help alleviate anxiety and provide ample resources to help you achieve a favorable verdict. At Bienstock Law, it is our top priority to advocate for our clients through consistent communication, knowledge of the legal system and extensive strategic planning. To learn how the criminal defense lawyers at Bienstock Law can assist you in your case, contact our office today.