Athens Felony And Misdemeanor Crimes Attorneys

In our court system, all people are said to be protected by a “presumption of innocence.” That simply means that an indictment, accusation or police arrest does not mean that you are guilty. But this protection may seem fairly thin if you have been previously arrested and jailed. Furthermore, the presumption of innocence may seem more like a legal theory than a practical reality. Because of this unfortunate reality, it is imperative that you contact an expert criminal defense lawyer as soon as you are arrested or accused of committing either a misdemeanor or felony crime. Thankfully, our criminal defense attorneys at Wiggins Casto Barrow, PA, have over 50 combined years of experience in handling felony and misdemeanor crimes.

Felonies And Misdemeanors: What Is The Difference?

A misdemeanor crime is one for which the potential jail sentence is less than one year. Any crime that warrants a potential incarceration sentence of a year or more is categorized as a felony. A misdemeanor can include any number of low-level offenses, such as shoplifting, simple assault, petty theft and battery. Felonies are much more serious crimes that often result in a much more severe sentence. Felonies in Georgia include manslaughter, murder and aggravated assault. However, there are some crimes that can sway either way. In these cases, especially, it is imperative to have a criminal lawyer who is trained and well-equipped to handle even the most convoluted of cases, from the arraignment until the verdict or settlement.

Wiggins Casto Barrow, PA, boasts some of the most highly trained criminal defense lawyers in Athens, Georgia. Our criminal attorneys will aggressively and passionately fight for you or your loved one in order to achieve the best sentencing possible. They approach each individual case with a unique mindset to gain the strongest defense, and our team’s decades of experience as criminal defense lawyers have honed their skills so that they can proficiently represent any felony and misdemeanor crimes that are presented to them. They also handle criminal appeals.

Speak With An Athens, Georgia, Criminal Defense Attorney Today

To schedule an initial consultation with one of our team members, please call our Athens law office at 706-842-6451 or send us an email.