Pennsylvania Violent Crimes Reading – PA Violent Crime Defense Attorney
Our criminal lawyers defend the following PA violent offenses:
- Murder – First Degree
- Murder – Second Degree
- Capital punishment & Death penalty
- Simple assault
- Rape
- Armed Robbery
- Felony murder
- Child abuse
- Maiming Battery
- Kidnapping
- Domestic violence
- Attempted murder
- Aggravated assault
- Car jacking
- Manslaughter – Voluntary
- Manslaughter – Involuntary
- Battery Attempted Murder
Violent crimes involve the use of force or the threat to use force and can be committed with or without weapon. Murder, Forcible Rape, Robbery, Simple Assault and Aggravated Assault are violent crimes.
A violent crime charge is a serious charge. It should not be taken lightly. If convicted, you will be sent to prison. You could even face the death penalty. Your first order of business is to get in touch with a violent crime law firm immediately. Violent crime attorneys can provide an objective and experienced perspective of your legal situation. Through their expertise and advice, you can choose the best option available to your current situation.
Violent crimes are generally considered the most heinous crimes. A person accused of a violent crime could face severe punishments including, but not limited to:
- Life imprisonment with/without parole
- Death penalty
- Fines and other punishments and penalties
Numerous factors will determine the severity of the punishment. These include:
- Prior criminal convictions
- Status of probation/parole
- General community attitude towards the crime in question
- Aggravating/mitigating circumstances
There are numerous defenses to a violent crime charge. The defenses include self-defense, insufficient proof or evidence, factual innocence, insanity, and more.
If you are facing a violent crime charge, contact our experienced Reading, PA criminal defense lawyers now. Our violent crime defense attorneys will aggressively defend your legal rights. Our violent crime attorneys can get your case dismissed, reduce your penalties, negotiate alternative punishments, gather evidence in your favor, and devise other strategies to improve the outcome of your case.
From our offices in Reading, PA we represent clients all over Pennsylvania. Based on your circumstances, there may be defenses available to you to contest the violent crime charge.
