When a person is charged or convicted of a criminal offense, it can have devastating consequences. From long-standing marks on a person’s criminal record to spending time in jail or paying a substantial fine, the penalties a person faces could be severe.
If you or someone you love were charged or convicted of committing a crime recently, seeking legal representation could be crucial to combating a conviction. For assistance with your case, contact a Hall County criminal defense lawyer today.
Hall County Court Location And Information
Hall County has consolidated the relevant offices/courts for any criminal charge at the count level to the main courthouse located at 225 Green St. SE, Gainesville, GA 30501. Here, you will find the Magistrate Court, State Court, and Superior Court. The District Attorney’s Office, Solicitor General’s Office and the Clerk of Court are also located at this facility. You can utilize the on-site parking deck while you visit any of these offices/courts.
You can look up your case online using this link:
https://docket.hallcourts.com/
Different Areas Of Criminal Defense Expertise
There are hundreds of common criminal violations in Hall County, and you need an attorney with experience in the various areas of criminal defense. Attorney Carl Chapman has defended against a wide variety of criminal offenses, and you can find more information about your particular situation below:
- DUI
- Drug Crime
- Gun Crime
- Sex Crime
- Theft Crime
- Violent Crime
- Juvenile Crime
- Traffic Violations
Types Of Criminal Defenses
When a person is charged with having allegedly committed a crime, there are several arguments that can be made in their defense that may alleviate or lessen the penalties they would otherwise face. Some examples of common defenses to a criminal charge include:
- Intoxication
- Mistake of fact
- Entrapment
- Insanity
- Mistake of law
- Duress (i.e., coercion to commit a crime by force or threat of force)
To be convicted of a criminal offense, the prosecution must be able to prove that a person intended to commit the crime they were charged with. Therefore, in situations where intent is in question, an attorney in Hall County could use this as a potential defense in a criminal case.
How A Hall County Criminal Defense Attorney Could Help
For those facing a criminal charge or conviction, it can be a stressful and tumultuous time. Whether a case involves a first-time or a repeat offender who has allegedly committed a misdemeanor or a felony offense, each individual case must be handled differently. As such, seeking legal representation from an attorney is highly recommended for those facing any type of criminal charge.
If you or your loved one were recently criminally charged or convicted, do not hesitate to reach out to us. Our Hall County criminal defense lawyer can review your case and determine what steps to take moving forward. We want to protect your rights and freedom.
To get started, call our office, and set up a free initial consultation today.