Chicago Violent Crime Attorney
Defining Violent Crime
Violent crimes are those that involve the threat or infliction of personal injury on a victim. These offenses can involve intentional injury, such as assault and battery, or accidental death, such as manslaughter. Almost all violent offenses are charged as felonies, which means that you could be facing time in state prison if you are convicted of any kind of violent offense. Contact the offices of Smith Ortiz P.C. today to retain a capable Chicago criminal defense lawyer if you have been charged with any violent crime, including:
- Assault
- Battery
- Spousal abuse
- Child abuse
- Sexual assault
- Manslaughter
- Vehicular manslaughter
- Murder
Do I need a criminal defense lawyer?
The most important step you can take after being arrested for a violent crime is to hire a competent defense attorney. Charges of violent crimes are some of the worst you can face and have some of the most severe penalties. For example, murder is a capital offense in Illinois and could result in a life sentence in prison. You cannot afford to take chances when it comes to your legal representation and defense. Consult with a lawyer from Smith Ortiz P.C. today to learn what an aggressive and experienced attorney can do to defend you from a harmful conviction.
Contact a Criminal Attorney in Chicago, IL
Our legal team has more than 25 years of collective legal experience and will thoroughly analyze your situation in order to build the strongest possible defense. Contact our firm right away to set up your free case evaluation and find out exactly what we can do to obtain a dismissal of your case or a reduction of your charges. Even a reduction of your charges from a felony to a misdemeanor can have a serious impact on the penalties you may face, although our team with fight relentlessly for a full dismissal. Contact us at your earliest convenience to get started!