I represent individuals charged with committing criminal
offenses in Blount, Knox, Loudon, Monroe or Roane County, Tennessee.
The need for a good criminal defense attorney has nothing to
do with the guilt or innocence of the person charged. Being accused of a
criminal offense is one of the most traumatic events that can occur to a
person.
A person charged with committing a criminal offense needs to immediately retain an experienced competent attorney who can answer all questions, address
bail issues (if necessary), begin to investigate the facts surrounding the
charge(s), and research the applicable law.
In choosing an attorney, it is essential that the client feel
absolutely confident in the attorney's ability to handle the matter and trust
the advice which the attorney gives.
Many people who are well meaning will attempt to give helpful
advice regarding what the accused should do. Under no circumstances
should this advice be relied upon. I have had clients who
convinced themselves (or been convinced by others) that they were guilty of a
crime when they had either not committed a crime or had an absolute defense.
Even when the issue of guilt can be clearly established, it is
important to have an attorney who can handle the various sentencing
alternatives which may include various ways of keeping the matter off of the
person's criminal record, or minimizing the punishment imposed. This can be as important as the issue of guilt or innocence.
Regardless of whether you decide to contact me or another attorney, it is
essential that the person being accused act as soon as there is the possibility
of criminal charges.
Felonies
