When you’re charged with a criminal offense, you need experienced legal representation who can build a strong defense on your behalf. The board-certified criminal trial specialists at The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC work together to develop personalized and effective legal strategies for clients. Here is how we do it:

Understanding the Charges

The first step is to develop an in-depth understanding of the charges against our client. We scrutinize the charging documents for any errors or inconsistencies. This stage of the case may present the first opportunity to challenge the charges against our client, so we may seek an early dismissal of the charges.

We discuss the situation with you, explain exactly what the prosecution is alleging against you, and identify weaknesses in the case against you. The Indianapolis defense lawyer can review the criminal statute that you are alleged to have violated with you and determine if any elements are lacking.

Conducting a Thorough Investigation

Experienced criminal defense lawyers do not simply accept the facts as the prosecution presents them. Instead, they launch their own investigation to uncover potential defenses or weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. This may involve:

Interviewing witnesses
Reviewing arrest reports
Gathering physical evidence
Working with exerts

Filing Persuasive Pre-Trial Motions

Once your criminal defense attorney has a better understanding of the case against you, your lawyer may file pre-trial motions, such as a motion to dismiss the charges against you or to suppress evidence. This may be due to factors such as:

Illegal searches and seizures
Mistakes made in collecting or analyzing evidence
Breaks in the chain of custody
Unreliable witness accounts
Warrant issues

Many cases can be resolved at this stage when problems associated with law enforcement or prosecution can be identified and effectively argued.

Identifying the Most Effective Defenses

At Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC, we work as one team. We bring our collective knowledge, experience, and skills to identify the legal defenses that are determined to be the best suited for your case. Potential defense theories could include the following:

Innocence
Self-defense
Lack of intent
Insanity
Diminished capacity
Entrapment

Negotiating for Favorable Plea Deals

A good lawyer will work your case from multiple angles. While preparing your case for trial, your lawyer can also negotiate aggressively for a favorable plea bargain. Your attorney can highlight the weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and emphasize the resources the prosecution would have to expend in your case. Your lawyer may be able to persuade the prosecution to reduce charges or recommend a lighter sentence.

Presenting Your Case Persuasively

If your case goes to trial, your lawyer can prepare a robust defense on your behalf by calling the prosecution’s evidence into question, exposing inconsistencies in the testimony of the prosecution’s witnesses, and casting doubt on its case. Your lawyer may also present persuasive evidence and testimony in your favor.

Contact The Criminal Defense Team for Personalized Legal Representation

At The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC, we understand that each case is unique. We build a tailored legal defense strategy based on your particular situation. We can explain more about our process when you call for an initial consultation at (317) 743-3295.

How Criminal Defense Lawyers Build a Strong Defense