CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Protect Your Rights

We’re all human and prone to making mistakes. Sometimes those mistakes are made due to a moment of carelessness or an unwise decision without thought for the consequences that could result.

If you find yourself charged with a criminal offense

ask for a criminal defense attorney who can protect your rights

and ensure you are treated fairly.

For representation in the Metro Atlanta area, call Joel Baskin. We understand that being arrested and charged with a criminal offense can be very frightening and even embarrassing, but we put you first and are dedicated to working with you to help you get your life back on track.

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Protect Your Rights

It is important to remember that you are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the job of the state (if the prosecutor doesn’t meet their burden, then the Court can’t find the defendant guilty, and if it’s a jury trial, then the jury decides) to prove your guilt. The arresting officer is required to follow certain procedures, and failure to properly follow those procedures including improper administration of any tests such as a DUI test can weaken the state’s case against you.

An experienced criminal defense attorney knows how the system works and what things to look for to help your case. He will investigate all the circumstances of your case and can sometimes get charges reduced or dropped because improper procedures were followed by law enforcement. Many times it is also possible to negotiate with the court to get charges reduced or dropped by getting you into a rehabilitation program or by doing community service.

Get Fair Treatment

Sometimes it is possible to have a criminal record expunged. This is very important because a criminal record can negatively affect your chances of entering the military, opportunities for future education and future employment. Every case is unique and needs the expertise of a good criminal defense attorney to determine the best course of action.

We dedicate a portion of our practice to criminal defense and limit it to certain types of cases so that we can give it the time and attention to detail needed that will guarantee you receive the best personal service and get the best possible outcome.

Criminal Defense Case Types

DUI

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A DUI offense can be a misdemeanor or felony. A DUI is considered a felony when a person has had three or more drunk-driving offenses or caused property damage and/or bodily harm.

SHOPLIFTING

Shoplifting can be a misdemeanor or felony depending upon the value of the item. The reason a person shoplifts, whether store personnel acted appropriately, if the person was legally detained, and other circumstances can all have a direct impact on how a criminal defense attorney will defend your case.

OTHER MISDEMEANORS

Other charges where a criminal defense attorney can be of assistance include prostitution, simple assault, trespass, and vandalism.

DRUG CHARGES

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A DUI offense can be a misdemeanor or felony. A DUI is considered a felony when a person has had three or more drunk-driving offenses or caused property damage and/or bodily harm.

TRAFFIC CASES

If not handled properly a traffic violation could result in the loss of driving privileges, increased insurance costs, loss of employment, and more. Traffic cases can include reckless driving, speeding, moving violations, driving without a license/suspended license, driving without insurance and parking tickets.

If you need help with PERSONAL INJURY or CRIMINAL DEFENSE

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