Have you been charged with a crime and aren't sure about legal representation? According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, defendants in federal court who hired their own counsel were incarcerated 77% of the time while those represented by publicly-funded lawyers had a rate of 88%. No matter what type of court you'll appear in, having the right criminal lawyers on your side can make a significant difference. Let's take a look at a few of the reasons you need to hire a lawyer.

You're Facing Prison Time

In short, we see simply no reason why your life should be ruined. The right criminal lawyers can help you stay out of prison and find a less disruptive way to serve your sentence. There are a number of different strategies that your lawyer can use to minimize any prison sentence. We're here to argue for the best possible result.

You Want to Maintain Your Innocence

The wrong people are charged with crimes more often than most people want to consider. If you've been accused of a crime and want to maintain your innocence, you'll need an experienced lawyer fighting for you. Don't underestimate just how difficult it can be to prove your innocence. Don't put your future in jeopardy, hire a criminal defense attorney for guidance. The representation you hire could be one of the most important decisions you make in your life.

You Think You're Guilty

Even if you know you're guilty of a crime, there are different options that you may have available. Hiring the right lawyer can help you face the consequences of committing a crime while helping you choose the best option for your future. Your lawyer will listen to your side of the story and present you with a few choices to make. You'll be able to benefit from their advice and hopefully, an option that's as non-disruptive as possible. There are tools like plea bargaining and fighting for reduced sentencing that can be used by experienced successful defense attorneys for your benefit.

Do you need the best criminal lawyers on your side? Our firm's criminal attorneys will fight for you to help you get the most favorable outcome possible. Contact the Law Office of Vincent Felletter today to schedule an introductory consultation and find out how our professional services can help you. We look forward to meeting with you soon!