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HOW MUCH DOES A CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY COST?

Being charged with a criminal case is stressful. With so much to lose you may want to consider hiring a criminal defense lawyer to assist you with your legal case. But how much do criminal defense attorneys cost?

FACTORS AFFECTING THE COST OF A SKILLED CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY

No two cases are the same and the cost for one criminal defense matter may vary greatly from another criminal defense matter. Costs may also vary between different criminal defense attorneys and may be based on:

  • The nature of the crime
  • How complicated your case or defense may be
  • If you have prior convictions
  • How much time the criminal defense attorney will have to spend on your case
  • How may years of experience the criminal defense attorney has

Of course the above-listed factors are not the only considerations and they don’t include whether or not it may be necessary to obtain experts in defending your criminal case.

CONSEQUENCES OF A CRIMINAL CONVICTION

Having a criminal record can affect your employment opportunities and may reduce your earning potential. Your ability to receive financial aid for college and trade schools may be affected. Some convictions may result in you losing some of your fundamental rights like your ability to own or possess a firearm. In some cases you may even lose your freedom by going to jail or prison.

HOW A CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY HELPS YOU

A criminal defense attorney understands the intricacies of Ohio criminal law and offers guidance and advice based upon the facts of your particular case. If you have been contacted by law enforcement or arrested it is important NOT to discuss your case with anyone other than a criminal defense attorney. A criminal defense attorney investigates your case and learns the details of the State’s investigation into you. The criminal defense attorney may be able to challenge the admissibility of evidence against you or reduce its impact on your case. It is extremely important to have an experienced criminal defense attorney represent you in your criminal defense case.