Los Angeles Murder Defense Attorney
Manslaughter Defense Lawyer in Los Angeles
Murder and manslaughter are two of the most serious crimes a person may be charged with. The degrees of charges include:
- First degree homicide (murder)
- Second degree homicide (murder)
- Voluntary Manslaughter
- Involuntary Manslaughter
- Vehicular Manslaughter
- (See also, attempted murder)
If you are convicted of murder you are looking at many, many years spent in prison, or life in prison without the possibility of parole. In California there are over 20 special circumstances that can raise a second degree murder charge up to a first degree murder charge. If you are convicted of manslaughter, you are looking at anywhere from 16 months to twelve years in prison, depending on the type of manslaughter, severity of the crime, and your criminal history. You need a lawyer who has both a keen understanding of California law regarding murder and manslaughter, and who also knows the L.A. criminal justice system. Defending the rights of individuals for many years, A Los Angeles criminal defense attorney can help you put together a case that may possibly result in a lesser charge being filed, reduced prison time, or even dismissal.
Investigating Your Murder or Manslaughter Case
When you are charged with murder or manslaughter, your case must be investigated quickly. The crime scene must be revisited, evidence must be reviewed, and witnesses must be interviewed. This takes resources and know-how. Our criminal defense team has will conduct a full investigation in a swift and thorough manner, so vital to your defense.
If you have been charged with murder or manslaughter, contact a Los Angeles murder defense attorney
immediately. Your freedom may depend on it.