Criminal Defense Attorneys in Washington, PA

Prison time and fines aren’t the only negative outcomes of a criminal conviction. The fallout of your guilty verdict could follow you long after your sentence is complete. You might experience additional consequences, including the following:

• Probation
• Loss of gun rights
• Limited opportunities for employment
• Loss of custody rights
• Suspended driving privileges
• Mandatory sex offender registration if convicted of a sex crime

Your Washington, PA criminal defense attorney knows how to navigate the Pennsylvania criminal justice system to ensure your rights are protected and that you don’t have to pay the long-term consequences of your conviction.

Our clients choose us because we put them first. We keep your best interest in mind and make sure you know all your available options before moving forward. We won’t rush you through the criminal justice system, and if you want to take your case to trial, we’re more than comfortable doing so.

When you meet with us for your free consultation, we’ll listen to your story, hear the details of your case, and determine how to achieve the best possible outcome.

You can expect the following from our Washington, PA criminal defense lawyers:

• Experience – Our trial-ready criminal lawyers have decades of collective experience helping clients through the Pennsylvania court system
• Results – We have a track record of success in helping clients reduce their sentences or dismiss their cases entirely.
• Reasonable Fees – We offer free consultations and flexible payment options.
• Accessibility – We’ll take your call 24/7, and in some cases, you’ll have your attorney’s phone number.

You might be unaware of your rights as the accused. Other parties are trying to collect as much evidence against you to obtain a guilty verdict. Not knowing your rights could make matters worse.

In any criminal matter, you always have the right to:

• Remain silent
• Contact an attorney
• A trial by a jury or judge
• Testify and present evidence on your behalf
• Confront your accuser and cross-examine witnesses
• Be proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt

Will I Go to Jail?
Just because you’re charged with a crime doesn’t mean you’re convicted. Your initial arrest might require you to spend some time in custody. However, everyone has the chance to go through the criminal justice process, and your sentence begins only if you plead guilty.

Should I Accept a Plea?
Prosecutors almost always resolve matters with plea agreements based on the available evidence. However, every case is different, and an acceptable plea deal for one person is unacceptable to another. You should weigh the pros and cons of this decision.

Should I Consent to a Search?
Police might want to search your home or vehicle. However, they must have a valid search warrant to do so. In most cases, police officers don’t have enough justification to search your property. It’s best to ask the officer to wait while you contact a criminal lawyer.