Philadelphia Manslaughter Lawyer

Charged with manslaughter?

Manslaughter charges are broken down into those of voluntary manslaughter and involuntary manslaughter. Voluntary manslaughter occurs when an individual kills another during a sudden and intense passion resulting from serious provocation. The provocation may be from the victim or another who the defendant attempted to kill and thereby accidentally killing the victim. Voluntary manslaughter also includes acts whereby an individual kills someone in the belief that the legal justification of the act is due to certain circumstances later found not to have existed. (Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2503) Involuntary manslaughter occurs when someone causes the death of another resulting from a reckless and grossly negligent act, whether that act is lawful or unlawful. (Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2504) Depending on the circumstances, vehicular manslaughter may be either of these charges. A manslaughter conviction can accompany significant punishments and a lengthy prison sentence. A Philadelphia violent crime attorney should be retained as soon as possible in order to increase your chances of protecting your freedom.

Manslaughter Defense Attorney in Philadelphia

Having defended many clients against manslaughter charges, the lawyers at the Benari Law Group are well prepared to fight for your rights. We will fight your case aggressively from the outset and pursue any avenues which may lead to acquittal of your case or reduction of the charges against you. We will challenge all evidence presented by the prosecution and introduce doubt as to your guilt. Our attorneys will attempt to do so by way of proof of alibi, the introduction of favorable evidence, or addressing the validity of arrest procedures, warrants, forensics, and witness accounts. The action of self-defense may also be valid if there was a reasonable need for you to respond in the manner in which you did and if that applies to your situation. There are other defenses to explore and you can rest assured we are passionate about doing our best to secure your future.

Contact a Philadelphia manslaughter lawyer for help with your defense against a manslaughter charge.