Traffic Violations:

You should never simply pay off your traffic tickets without first consulting an attorney.  Paying your ticket can have a lasting impact on your license and insurance that is difficult to undo.  Many people don't realize that when you pay your ticket as is and without a reduction from the District Attorney, you are pleading guilty as charged.  This can result in license and insurance points or even suspension of your license, regardless if it is your first and only violation, in certain instances.  Anthony has a great deal of experience dealing with these matters and can ensure to get you the best possible outcome while avoiding potential unintended consequences.

 

Misdemeanors:

 

Misdemeanors are criminal charges that have the potential to result in up to one year in jail.  Their classifications range from class 3, being the lowest level misdemeanor, to class A1, being the highest level misdemeanor.  While these charges are not as serious as felonies and misdemeanor convictions do not carry the same serious consequences that come with a felony conviction, they can still result in jail time and the conviction  will be visible on a criminal background check performed by potential employers or landlords.  These convictions can still have lasting consequences and therefore, should not be taken lightly.  Anthony will treat these cases as seriously as they should be treated and devote the time necessary to ensure the best possible outcome for your case.

 

Domestic Violence:

 

Domestic violence cases are a category of criminal charges classified only by the relationship between the alleged victim and perpetrator.  If the accused had a prior romantic relationship with the victim, any crime charged will be labeled as a domestic violence charge.  These charges can range from misdemeanors to felonies.  Restraining orders can often accompany domestic violence criminal charges.  While restraining orders are a civil matter, it is still important to have the benefit of an attorney as any person in a restraining order hearing who does not have counsel will be held to the standard of an attorney.  This means you may not be able to do such things as lay the foundation to introduce valuable evidence if you are unaware of how to properly do so.  Further, any testimony elicited during a restraining order hearing is recorded and can be used against you in future criminal matters.  Due to this, it is important to have the assistance of an attorney to make sure you do not incriminate yourself in a way that will make it easy for the state to prosecute you in the separate criminal action.

 

Felonies:

 

Felonies are criminal charges that have the potential to result in more than one year in prison and up to life without the possibility of parole.  Their classifications range from class I, being the lowest level felony, to class A, being the highest level felony.  Felony convictions can have serious implications on your rights as a citizen and make it much more difficult to obtain job opportunities, apartments, houses, etc.  Anthony will do everything in his power to minimize or completely remove these serious implications while providing the best possible representation.