If you or your loved one has been charged with Murder, of any degree, you are already aware the situation is extremely serious. The sooner you gain representation for you or your loved one, the better. Our attorneys are well-versed in handling even the most serious of crimes, none more so than that of a Murder charge.
Our lawyers review and consider every detail of your situation, including the charges you face, your criminal history and your goals before offering advice on the defense strategy that offers the best chance of success.
McClain Rosenthall Davis, PLLC offers highly experienced and competent defense representation to clients facing murder charges in Virginia.We will try to negotiate a plea that is in your loved one’s best interest. However, we won’t hesitate to go to trial to vigorously defend your loved one and obtain the best possible result.
In Virginia there are three degrees of murder charges under the law:
Which may carry a death penalty or life in prison, includes crimes like murder-for-hire or contract murder, the murder of a law enforcement officer, murder in the commission of a drug-distribution crime or murder of a child under 14 years old.
Murder is planned, willful or intentional. It includes killing another person by poison, lying in wait, or by imprisonment. If someone is killed in the commission of arson, rape, a robbery, or abduction,for example, this also rises to first-degree murder.
Includes anything not covered in the two categories above. If someone dies accidentally during the commission of a felony, it will be considered second-degree murder.
Murder charges are extremely serious with life-altering consequences. Your loved one is entitled to justice and a presumption of innocence until proven guilty. However, oftentimes, unless defendants are represented by a skilled defense attorney, many are not granted the fair trial they deserve under the law.
Police and prosecutors are under a lot of pressure to obtain a conviction and bring the suspect to justice. This can lead to sloppy investigations, botched evidence gathering and failure to explore other theories about the crime. Murder is a complex and emotional tragedy for everyone involved, and there are two sides to the story.
McClain Rosenthall Davis, PLLC is committed to defending your right to an effective defense against malicious wounding charges. During your initial consultation, you’ll meet with an attorney to review your case and learn more about your defense options. We’ll explain how the process works and how we can help you.
Email us to schedule a consultation today or call (703) 356-2442 | (703) 934-0101.
