Philadelphia Criminal Attorney

Defending Criminal Charges in Philadelphia

When criminal charges have been filed against you, you have every reason to be concerned. In Pennsylvania, state lawmakers have enacted statutes to punish heavily those engaging in criminal activities. Without an accomplished Philadelphia criminal defense lawyer to protect your rights, you could face very serious consequences. Not all defense lawyers have the trial skill and ability to present a compelling defense in court. Careful management of every step of the criminal process can help when seeking any advantage for the accused. At The Benari Law Group, the defense team is a recognized and accomplished group of lawyers with an impressive record in defending all types of criminal charges, from a misdemeanor DUI offense through to the most serious capital murder cases. With over forty years of combined experience, we have the skill and ability necessary to defend you.

Criminal Defense Lawyer in Philadelphia

It is critical that you contact the legal team at the firm immediately if you have been arrested or are under investigation for a crime. Early involvement by the defense team is often beneficial for negotiations with the prosecutor prior to formal filing of charges. It is important that you exercise your right to remain silent and contact the firm immediately if you are under investigation for a felony . If you are being investigated in a criminal case, a Philadelphia criminal defense lawyer from the firm will relentlessly protect your constitutional rights.

Practice Areas
The firm represents individuals charged with all types of criminal offenses, including but not limited to theft crimes from retail theft through to burglary, grand theft or armed robbery. The legal team has the trial experience you will need to defend against all types of drug crimes, including possession with intent to deliver or felony selling charges and other offenses. The firm represents individuals who are facing charges of violent crimes, including murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault, as well as vehicular manslaughter and all other serious felony charges.

Those who face accusations of hate crimes should contact the firm immediately. The bias that could exist in the case must be addressed skillfully and your defense attorney can develop it early on in the preparation. The firm also represents individuals accused of domestic violence, felony sex crimes such as rape, sexual assault, prostitution or solicitation, and internet sex crimes and other dangerous offenses , whether in state or federal court.

When defending against alleged white collar crimes, it is necessary to have high quality and respected financial professionals and others to call upon to assist in building a defense case. Over the years, the firm has developed resources and will utilize their services when necessary if you are facing any white collar crime charges. The firm also represents clients who are seeking expungements, or have been charged with arson, kidnapping, all types of felonies and misdemeanors, as well as defending young people accused of juvenile crimes.

DUI
Driving under the influence is a common criminal offense in Philadelphia. Unfortunately, many people are falsely accused of drunk driving and do not know that there are ways they can defend themselves. You could be convicted of driving under the influence if your blood alcohol content was 0.08% or above at the time of driving. If you were arrested for DUI for the first time, your penalties will not be as severe. It is classified as an upgraded misdemeanor and the penalties include fines and probation. However, there is no jail time or suspended license. It is important to remember that if you have been charged with DUI, you could face serious consequences for refusing to submit to a chemical or breath test. It is also important to know that you could qualify for an ARD program which would dismiss your DUI charges. The accelerated rehabilitative disposition program is available to those who have not had a DUI within the ten years of the offense or there were no aggravating factors in the case.

How a Philadelphia Criminal Lawyer Could Help

Facing criminal charges is a frightening and stressful experience when your future is at stake and the outcome of your case is uncertain. The firm that you chose to retain for your defense is very important. The legal team at The Benari Law Group has impressive qualifications and we will aggressively protect your rights and freedoms at each step of the process.

A full review of all the evidence gathered against you should take place at once. Often serious errors exist and can be helpful in supporting the defense of your case. These can include rights violations, failures of law enforcement to follow correct procedures, laboratory errors and mistakes, or other evidence that could help with your defense. Our recognized and accomplished team of defense lawyers is committed to pursuing the best possible outcome in your case.

Contact a Philadelphia criminal defense lawyer from the firm immediately if you or a loved one has been accused of a crime.

We proudly serve clients throughout Philadelphia and the surrounding areas, including: Bucks, Burlington, Camden, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and New Jersey.