Tempe Violent Crime Attorney

Violent crimes are those offenses that involve force or threat of force to another individual. Violent crimes usually have serious penalties, and are most often filed as felony offenses. If you have been arrested and charged with committing a violent crime, you are in serious legal trouble in Arizona. The penalties in state law are harsh, and the prosecutor will be motivated to convict you - whether you are guilty or completely innocent of wrongdoing. It is critical that you protect yourself and your legal rights and enlist the assistance of a Tempe criminal defense attorney without delay. The legal team at the Knowles Law Firm has the track record and experience to build a strong defense case in even the most serious of circumstances.

Examples of Violent Crimes in Tempe

Violent crimes involve acts in which the violence itself upon the victim is the objective, such as assault, and instances where the violence is the means to another objective. Robbery is an example of a violent crime in which another crime is the motive. Violent crimes can be committed with or without the use of weapons. There are a large number of crimes that are classified as violent crimes, each with a varying degree of punishment if convicted. These crimes include murder, forcible rape, robbery, aggravated assault, assault, manslaughter, murder, domestic violence, aggravated DUI, assault with a deadly weapon, rape, kidnapping, weapons crimes, armed robbery, terrorist acts and others. Penalties, if convicted, are extremely harsh. They can range in degree from compensation to the victim or victim's loved ones to extended prison terms and even the death penalty.

Tempe Violent Crime Defense Lawyer

The legal team at the firm fully understands the magnitude of what is at stake for the person arrested and charged with a violent crime. Attorney Anthony Knowles' background as a law enforcement officer and 15 years of experience within the state criminal justice system provides the kind of insight needed to skillfully take on the prosecution and present a forceful defense. The legal team at the firm takes a keen interest in each client and will provide personal legal representation to the individuals they represent.

The attorney from the firm works with you one-on-one to build a compelling case for the defense, whether self defense, mistaken identity, law enforcement violations of rights, or other defense. The attorney is committed to aggressively defending the client, no matter how dire the circumstances may appear. They will work closely with you through all phases of the case. Be sure to take positive action on your own behalf and secure the experienced, knowledgeable representation that will provide a dynamic and aggressive defense. Your future depends on it. Contact the firm today.

Contact a Tempe violent criminal defense lawyer from the firm without delay if you have been arrested and charged with any violent crime offense.