Have you been charged with a crime? Are you under investigation? If you answered “Yes” to either question, you should call the criminal defense attorneys at Winslow & Co. Our law firm supports those who need practical legal advice in the community. Protecting your rights throughout the legal process is our main goal.
The complex criminal justice system can be daunting and overwhelming for the average citizen to navigate. A knowledgeable and competent criminal defense lawyer can help you through each step of the process. The various state and federal courts each have their own methods and procedures to follow depending on the type of case presented.
Have you recently been arrested for driving under the influence (dui), possession of a controlled substance, shoplifting, or another serious criminal offense? Let our team of experienced criminal defense attorneys help you with your criminal defense case.
The attorneys at Winslow & Co. understand how to navigate the criminal court systems. Magistrate courts are consolidated to handle certain types of cases in each county, generally for offenses that do not carry a maximum punishment of more than thirty (30) days in jail. These courts include the Preliminary Hearing Court, Central Traffic Court, Criminal Domestic Violence Court, Centralized Magistrate Bond Court, and Central Jury Courts.
Hiring an experienced defense lawyer from Winslow & Co. means that your case will be carefully monitored and important requirements and milestones met on time and in a competent and professional manner.
Criminal cases are prosecuted by the government, and General Sessions level offenses are prosecuted by the Circuit Solicitor’s office or the Attorney General. Municipal offenses are typically prosecuted by a city attorney, and magistrate court offenses are prosecuted by either the Solicitor’s office or the arresting officer – depending on the type of charges.
It is important to hire a skilled criminal defense attorney to guide you through the court processes and stand by your side throughout the case.
Winslow & Co.’s criminal defense team assists in all manner of proceedings in criminal courts such as:
Bail/Bond Hearings
Magistrate & Municipal Court Offenses
General Sessions Offenses
Misdemeanors & Felonies
Non-Violent, Violent, Serious, & Most Serious Offenses
Preliminary Hearings
Pre-trial Motions
Jury Trials
Diversion Programs (e.g. Pre-Trial Intervention, Drug Court, Alcohol Diversion Programs)
Administrative Hearings
Probation Violations
Expungements
Juvenile Criminal Defense
If you have been charged with a criminal misdemeanor or felony, you need an aggressive criminal defense attorney to investigate your case and defend you. Our legal defense team will review the evidence, review all related records, retain the best experts, and utilize skilled investigators to create the strongest defense possible.