For many of us, facing criminal charges will be the most disruptive period we will ever face throughout the course of our lives if we are accused of a criminal offense. Being accused of a crime is disruptive enough, but being convicted of one has the potential to alter the course of the rest of a person's life. Employment, relationships, family – they all become more difficult once someone has been convicted of a crime.
No matter what you have been accused of, and no matter if you are guilty or not, you need the services of a legal team, such as the Lettunich Law Firm run by experienced criminal attorney Brandon L. Lettunich. It is your legal right to obtain representation, and for your legal team to work on your behalf to obtain the best outcome for you during this especially trying time
Why You Should Never Represent Yourself if You are Facing Criminal Charges
Some people feel that they do not need the services of a criminal attorney in El Paso, TX when facing criminal charges. Nothing could be further from the truth. Law is complex enough, and navigating through the complexity of the US judicial system is something that can only be attempted by someone who has been educated in law, and has experience in the legal system. If you choose to represent yourself, then you could be facing the stiffest penalties possible in tandem with the misdemeanor or felony that you have been accused of.
Here at the Lettunich Law Firm, we can provide you with the strongest criminal defense possible, as we have a clear understanding of criminal law and all of your best options. It is our job to make sure you receive the best criminal defense services possible, and that is precisely what we provide. We're committed to working tirelessly for our clients to ensure they receive the best representation possible, regardless of the crime that they have been accused of committing.
What Brandon L. Lettunich, Criminal Attorney in El Paso TX, Will Do For You
From our initial consultation, we will work with you to build your case, step by step.
Some of the areas of practice undertaken by the Lettunich Law Firm, Criminal Attorneys in El Paso, include the following:
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Misdemeanors:
- Assault and Aggravated Assault
- Disturbing the Peace
- Public Detoxification
- Theft
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Felonies:
- Arson
- Burglary/Robbery
- Grand Larceny
- Leaving the Scene of the Crime
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Tax Evasion
The potential punishments for misdemeanors and felonies are as follows:
Misdemeanors:
- Class C: Maximum $500 fine
- Class B: Maximum $2,000 fine + up to 180 days in jail
- Class A: Maximum $4,000 fine + up to one year in jail
Felonies:
- State Jail: Maximum $10,000 fine + between 180 days and two years in state jail
- Third Degree: Maximum $10,000 fine + between two and ten years in prison
- Second Degree: Maximum $10,000 fine + between two and twenty years in prison
- First Degree: Life or between five and ninety-nine years in prison
- Capital: Life in prison or death
Note: punishments may vary depending upon the type of offense and number of offenses committed, and your previous criminal history.
If you want to minimize the punishment that you receive if you are found guilty of a misdemeanor or felony then you will need proper legal counsel and representation, which you will receive if you use the services of Brandon L. Lettunich and the Lettunich Law Firm.
Remember that your initial consultation with the Lettunich Law Firm is completely free. To arrange your free consultation please contact us by phone today at (915) 545-2529, or use the online contact form available for you on our website.