Hamilton County Criminal Defense Attorney

Are you facing criminal charges in Hamilton County? If so, you need experienced and dedicated legal defense during this critical time in your life. The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C. has over 110 years of combined legal experience. Our Board-Certified Criminal Trial Specialists have the knowledge, experience, and insight to mount a robust defense on your behalf. We represent clients throughout all of Hamilton County, including Arcadia, Atlanta, Carmel, Cicero, Fishers, and Noblesville. Contact us today for a. free consultation with an experienced attorney.

What Do You Need in a Criminal Defense Lawyer

There are plenty of lawyers throughout Hamilton County. Some of the characteristics you should look for in your criminal defense attorney include:

Experience

Criminal cases can potentially lead to lifelong consequences. You could be facing years behind bars, steep fines, and a criminal record that can follow you for the rest of your life. When the consequences are so severe, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side, not someone who is charging you so they can learn the ropes.

Our criminal defense attorneys have over a century’s worth of experience in the law. We have taken many cases to trial before judges and juries. We have successfully handled all types of criminal cases, so you can be confident in our skills in and out of the courtroom.

Focus

Some criminal defense attorneys in Hamilton County handle all types of cases, including family law, business law, civil law, and criminal law. However, this lack of focus may emerge when the lawyer does not have as much familiarity with the specific rules and procedures related to a nuanced area of the law. In criminal law, new issues emerge often. Laws can change, as well as courts’ interpretations of those laws. You need a lawyer who knows the latest developments in the law and how they might impact your case.

Board Certification

While board certification is not required of a criminal defense lawyer, it indicates your lawyer has expertise and experience in a specific area of the law. Four of Indiana’s five board-certified criminal trial specialists work at our law firm. Nowhere else in the state can you get a firm that can say the same. We are proud of our board certification status and what it represents as demonstrating the highest levels of achievement and competence.

Collaboration

What’s better than one experienced criminal lawyer? Two lawyers and a paralegal. That’s what we provide to every case here at The Criminal Defense Team. That means you benefit from having two capable attorneys assigned to your case, each of whom brings a unique background,
experiences, and contacts. You also get dedicated legal support and assistance from a paralegal. You can be confident that your case is in capable hands.

Familiarity with the Local Court System

Every court in the nation works a little bit differently. It has its own unique processes, dockets, systems, and people. It’s important that you work with a Hamilton County defense lawyer who is familiar with the local courts and the judges and prosecutors who work there. This familiarity can aid in your defense and avoid unwelcome surprises.

Accessibility

Our legal team is dedicated to the success of our clients. That’s why we offer free consultations and are available to take calls 24/7. We keep you updated about the status of your case and any developments. We understand how important your case is and are here to ease your stress.

Reputation in the Legal Community

For a prosecutor to offer a decent plea deal, they need to be afraid of the possible outcome of taking the case to trial. Our reputation precedes us. We have achieved considerable results, including “not guilty” verdicts in cases other attorneys wouldn’t take. We are members of legal associations, including the Johnson County Bar Association, the Indiana State Bar Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. We are well-respected within the legal community and leverage our reputation to fight for the best outcomes for our clients.

We Help You Through All Aspects of the Criminal Justice Process

Our dedicated criminal defense attorneys know the criminal justice system is intimidating for many people. That’s why we make ourselves available to help with every phase of your case, including:

• Arrest – Law enforcement must follow specific procedures when making an arrest.
• Screening – District Attorneys and other government entities may prepare investigative reports and determine whether to formally charge someone with a crime.
• Initial hearing – The judge informs you of the charges against you and you plead not guilty.
• Discovery – You have the right to know what evidence will be used against you, as well as evidence that disproves the prosecution’s case.
• Pre-trial conference – The judge may have one or more conferences with your attorney and the prosecutor to explain the unresolved legal issues in the case.
• Plea agreement – Your attorney can try to negotiate a favorable plea agreement with the prosecutor if that is the route you wish to take.
• Trial – If you decide to move forward with your case and not accept a plea, we can zealously represent you in court

Criminal Cases We Handle

Our criminal defense law firm handles all types of criminal cases, including:

• Arson
• Battery
• Burglary
• Child Molestation
• Disorderly Conduct
• Domestic Battery
• Drug Crimes
• DUI
• Federal Crimes
• Gun Crimes
• Harassment
• Homicide & Manslaughter
• Juvenile Crimes
• Murder
• Public Intoxication
• Resisting Arrest
• Robbery
• Sex Crimes
• Internet Sex Crimes
• Special Driving Privileges
• Theft Crimes
• White Collar Crimes
• And more

Contact our criminal defense attorneys in Hamilton County for a free consultation to discuss your particular case.

Facing Criminal Charges? Call Us Today

If you are facing any criminal offense in Hamilton County, Indiana, rely on over 110 years of legal experience The Criminal Defense Team offers. Call us at (317) 687-8326 to schedule your free consultation. We can explain how we can get to work immediately and mount a strong defense for your case.