Strategic Defense Against Murder, Assault And Other Violent Crimes Charges
Being charged with a violent crime in Virginia is extremely serious, and a conviction can lead to severe consequences, including long prison sentences and hefty fines. If you have been charged with a violent crime, it is crucial to have a trial-tested attorney by your side as soon as possible. A skilled defense lawyer will know how to protect your rights and provide guidance through the legal process, ensuring that you receive due process and a well-crafted defense strategy.
Wherever you live in Virginia, you can find the legal help you need by contacting Walker Jones, PC. From our offices in Warrenton and Rappahannock, we represent clients charged with serious crimes throughout the entire commonwealth.
No Matter The Charges, We Are On Your Side
Our experienced criminal defense lawyers are ready to protect your rights and help you fight or resolve charges related to:
- Assault and battery
- Domestic violence
- Armed robbery
- Sexual assault
- Murder (homicide)
- Manslaughter (voluntary and involuntary)
- Vehicular manslaughter
- Carjacking
- Malicious wounding
- Kidnapping (abduction)
Many of these offenses are charged as felonies. Additionally, penalties can be enhanced by aggravating factors, such as the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
Understanding Assault And Battery Charges In Virginia
A person can be charged with assault as a result of a physical act intended to inflict bodily harm on the victim. Although threatening words do not usually meet the threshold of assault, they might if, for example, the accused threatened someone while walking toward them and had the ability to harm them. An assault can also occur if a person commits an overt act with the intent of placing the victim in fear of bodily harm and it results in reasonable fear.
Battery is defined as the harmful touching of a person and includes being touched by an object if it was set in motion by the accused.
Experienced, Aggressive Attorneys Ready To Take Murder Charges To Trial
One of the most serious violent offenses in Virginia, the crime of murder, is generally defined as the unlawful taking of a human life. It is usually an intentional act committed with malice, but taking a life under various circumstances and with various motivations can be considered murder. Possible charges include:
- First-degree murder
- Second-degree murder
- Felony murder
- Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter
Murder charges in Virginia carry some of the harshest penalties in the commonwealth. Therefore, it is particularly important to hire a knowledgeable attorney with considerable trial experience and a strong track record of success.
Learn About Your Rights And Legal Options During A Confidential Consultation
Don’t wait to seek legal help if you’ve been arrested for a crime of violence. The sooner you contact Walker Jones, PC, the more options we may be able to utilize on your behalf. To schedule your initial consultation, contact our offices in Warrenton and Rappahannock. Just call 540-595-3657 or reach out online.
Meet Our Virginia Criminal Lawyers
John C. Clark
Antonio R. Benedi
Walker Jones, PC, serves clients throughout Virginia, including Fauquier, Rappahannock, Culpeper, Loudoun, Prince William, Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, Warren, Winchester, Frederick, Clarke, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Fredericksburg, Madison, Orange and Albemarle.