Lebanon Murder Defense Attorney
A murder conviction carries the most severe penalties under Indiana law. Being accused of intentionally taking another person’s life can bring down the full weight of the criminal justice system. If you are facing this most serious of felony charges, every step you take matters. A Lebanon murder defense lawyer can provide you with the strongest chance for avoiding a conviction by scrutinizing the evidence and casting doubt on the state’s case.
A Collaborative Team of Attorneys and Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists
If you are facing murder charges, don’t risk your future on unproven legal counsel. The Criminal Defense Team from Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C. brings over 100 years of combined legal experience to managing complex, high-stakes cases. Our legal team includes a former prosecutor and five Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists.
You wouldn’t undergo a risky surgery from just any surgeon. The same logic should apply to your criminal case. When you secure representation from our legal team, you position yourself for the strong chance of avoiding a life-altering conviction.
How Indiana Defines Murder and Related Homicide Offenses
Indiana law defines murder as knowingly or intentionally killing another human being. This statute also covers deaths that occur during the commission of certain serious felonies. Other crimes that result in death include manslaughter, reckless homicide, and involuntary manslaughter.
The overall violent crime rate in Lebanon is 1.653 per 1,000 residents, while the murder rate stands at 0.0613 per 1,000 residents in a typical year. These crimes happen in Auburn Meadows, Chadwick Village, Sunbrook, and elsewhere in the city.
Defense Strategies in High-Stakes Murder Prosecutions
The right defense strategy can prevent you from becoming one of the roughly 49,000 people currently behind bars in Indiana. Your defense attorney could explore possible defense strategies that could include self-defense, lack of intent, or challenges to accusations that your actions caused the death. Any evidence that was unlawfully obtained could also be suppressed.
Why You Should Hire a Murder Defense Lawyer
Anyone facing a serious felony charge should hire a murder defense lawyer to defend against their charges. A Lebanon murder defense attorney understands the burden of proof that prosecutors face in court. Any steps your attorney takes to cast doubt on the state’s case by arguing self-defense or uncovering violations of your constitutional rights can potentially lead to an outcome for your case that shields you from the most serious penalties under the law.
An attorney can review the evidence to find where investigators got the facts wrong. By being an advocate for your rights, your lawyer can balance the scales of justice in your favor.
Choose a Defense Team With Proven Trial Experience
If you are facing murder charges, you cannot afford to risk your future on unproven legal counsel. The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C. has helped over 1,000 defendants secure favorable outcomes in their high-stakes cases by scrutinizing the evidence and tailoring the right defense strategy.
We bring over 100 years of criminal courtroom experience and an unwavering commitment to advocating for our clients at every step. Of the 15,000 lawyers licensed in Indiana, there are only six who have been Board-Certified,* and five of the six attorneys work with us.
Contact our office today to schedule your consultation and receive the legal support you need.
*Andrew Baldwin, Kathie Perry, Maxwell Wiley, Kelly Pyle, and Michael C. Cunningham are Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists, as certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Find out why having a Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialist as your defense lawyer is important here.