Atlanta Violent Crime Attorney

Violent crimes are the most serious category of criminal behavior and consequently are the most heavily punished under Georgia state law. A crime that would have been charged as a misdemeanor under any other circumstances will be charged as a felony if violence is a factor in the case. For this reason, it is important for anyone being charged with a violent crime to hire an experienced Atlanta criminal attorney as soon as they are able.

The consequences for a violent crime depend on the nature of the crime and the severity of the degree of violence involved. For instance if a juvenile gets into a fight at school and charges are filed, that juvenile will probably receive a period of probation, some hours of community service, and perhaps court-mandated anger management classes.

Our Atlanta Criminal Attorney Will Protect Your Rights

In other instances where a crime was more serious in its degree of violence and where injuries or property damages were incurred, a defendant could receive jail time, even prison time if the charges are bumped up to a felony. It is possible for those serious felony cases such as sexual assault and murder to be sentenced to life in prison or even the death penalty.

Under the leadership of the Atlanta criminal attorney, our legal team will evaluate each piece of evidence and witness testimony to potentially invalidate the charges against a client, or at the bare minimum get their charges reduced.

If you or your loved one is facing a charge for a violent crime in the Atlanta area, contact the law offices of the Atlanta criminal attorney for an immediate consultation.