MAKING SURE

If you have been arrested, remain calm, do not resist arrest, and exercise your right to remain silent. Request to speak with an attorney immediately.

The process of being charged with a crime in Alabama typically includes arrest, arraignment, pre-trial motions, trial, and potentially sentencing. Each step has specific legal procedures and rights. Our experienced Birmingham criminal defense attorneys can guide you.

A criminal record can impact your future employment, housing, and educational opportunities. Expungement may be an option for certain offenses in Alabama. We may also be able to pursue pardons under some circumstances. We can explore potential probation options, if applicable under your circumstances. We handle juvenile defense cases in Birmingham. Discuss your unique situation and concerns with an experienced Alabama criminal defense attorney.

Misdemeanors are less severe crimes with lighter penalties, while felonies are more serious offenses with harsher consequences, including longer prison sentences. Our Birmingham, Alabama criminal defense attorneys can assess your circumstances and guide you regarding potential consequences, options, and sound strategies to protect your future.

Document everything you remember and discuss the situation with your attorney, who can advise on possible legal actions or defenses.