Our Seattle criminal defense lawyers at Sheed Law Offices have the experience and the results needed to get you the best outcome possible. As former public defenders, we have the confidence to help guide you to a better and brighter place. We like to think that our clients come into our lives for a reason, and it is our duty to provide them with the best criminal defense in the Seattle area. Don’t just take our word for it: read our prior client testimonials!
If you have been charged with a crime, now is the time to act. The right legal team can answer your questions, help you decide a trial strategy, and work toward the best possible outcome in your case. Sheed Law Offices serves as your advocate during this challenging time.
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You have the right to hire the defense attorney of your choice—and that decision matters. Not all lawyers are the same, and you deserve legal counsel who are focused on advocating for the accused in criminal court. This goes beyond the length of time a person has practiced law. So why should you work with Sheed Law Offices?:
The stakes are high in criminal court, even for charges that people consider minor. If you are convicted of a misdemeanor, you could still face the risk of incarceration and steep monetary fines. These maximum penalties increase dramatically when it comes to felony convictions, and the specific offense determines your maximum prison term. You could serve as little as a year, but in some cases, it could mean spending the rest of your life behind bars. Costly fines that run in the tens of thousands of dollars are also possible.
Some offenses include additional penalties, as well. A person convicted of a sexually-based offense will likely have to register as a sex offender, having a dramatic impact on their life for years to come. Crimes involving the use of a motor vehicle can result in the loss of driving privileges.
There are also collateral consequences to consider. These are the negative impacts of being convicted of a crime that are not directly handed down by a judge. For example, convicted felons lose their rights to own a firearm and vote, and most convictions can have a harmful effect on a person’s ability to get a job. Also, any conviction can potentially have serious immigration consequences for non-citizens as it relates to immigration proceedings and the right to remain legally in the United States. A criminal defense attorney in Seattle can fight these charges and potentially avoid any penalties.
Being accused of a crime can have life-altering consequences regardless of how serious that offense might be. Even relatively minor charges can lead to incarceration, job loss, and reputational damage that lasts forever. A Seattle defense attorney can help you fight a variety of criminal charges. Our firm knows the stakes are high, and we are prepared to work tirelessly to get a favorable outcome. Some of the most commonly-charged offenses include the following.
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol leads to more arrests here than most other offenses. The state often builds their case based on a driver’s blood alcohol concentration, or BAC. Under the law, a person with a BAC of .08 or above can be charged with a DUI. Often, prosecutors will highlight other evidence, like the admission of drinking or the results of field sobriety tests. An attorney can challenge each of these pieces of evidence, including in boating under the influence (BUI) cases.
There are different types of theft charges under the law. Some cases involve shoplifting, while others include an element of violence or threats like armed robbery or burglary. All of these offenses can lead to serious consequences following a conviction.
From driving with a suspended license to a hit and run, there is no shortage of criminal code violations that can occur on the road. When you need help with any of these charges, our Seattle-based criminal defense lawyers examine your case, assemble any potential evidence, and advocate for you in court.
Accusations of assault or domestic violence are serious and can have dire consequences, including damage to your reputation. However, there are also times when accusations can be the result of a misunderstanding or not as severe as the prosecution claims. We help you with your defense so that you can be cleared of your charges or have them reduced to a less severe level.
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Whether it is your first time in the criminal justice system or you have been charged before, you always need a respected professional to advocate for you. If you have been charged with a crime, our team is here for you. Reach out to a Seattle criminal defense lawyer from Sheed Law Offices today to learn more about how we can help.