Lebanon Attempted Murder Attorney
Attempted murder is one of the most serious criminal charges a person could face. Aside from the legal consequences of a conviction, allegations alone can result in major reputational damage and potential loss of opportunities. When your future is on the line, you need an experienced defense lawyer to help you defend yourself against your charges. Contact a seasoned Lebanon attempted murder lawyer to begin the process.
The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley, P.C.
Successfully defending a person against criminal charges requires deep and thorough knowledge of the law as well as confidence in the courtroom. The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley, P.C., has both. We are a premier criminal defense firm, and we have the honor of employing five of the six Board-Certified Criminal Trial Specialists in the state of Indiana.
We also have an attorney who used to be a prosecutor for major felony and murder cases, giving us unique insight into how prosecutors think about criminal cases and how they build their arguments. Staying one step ahead of the prosecution allows us to mount more effective defenses for our clients.
In addition to our distinguishing qualifications, we also provide around-the-clock legal advice for our clients. No matter what time of the day or night you need us, we have an on-call attorney there to help you. Legal emergencies do not wait for regular business hours, so we are prepared when you need help.
Attempted Murder Charges in Indiana
In 2024, the state of Indiana recorded 381 instances of murder. Attempted murder is considered a crime in itself in Indiana, even if no one actually got hurt.
According to the Indiana Code, when someone attempts to commit a felony, the charge for the attempt is the same level of felony as the attempted crime. Murder, however, is a bit different. Because murder is its own category of offense with unique consequences and possible penalties, an attempt is not considered legally equal to an actual murder. Instead, attempted murder is charged as a Level 1 felony in Indiana.
In order for actions to meet the legal definition of attempted murder, they must represent significant steps toward actually killing someone. For example, if one person stabbed another with the apparent intent to kill them, the assailant could be charged with attempted murder.
Hire an Attempted Murder Lawyer
If you have been charged with attempted murder in Indiana, your future is on the line. A Level 1 felony is punishable by 20 to 40 years in prison, as well as a fine of up to $10,000. You need strong legal representation to help you defend yourself against these charges, so you should hire an attempted murder lawyer as soon as you can. Your lawyer can review your case, build your defense, and watch for any violations of your rights from the prosecution’s side in Lebanon.
Contact A Lebanon Attempted Murder Lawyer At The Criminal Defense Team
At The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C., our Board-Certified Criminal Trial Specialists are skilled at defending our clients against serious charges. Contact us today to tell us about your situation and find out how we can help you protect yourself.
Disclaimer: *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.